SAM #70B03C26R00000089

CBP Solicitation for Large-Scale Fixed Multi-Energy and Low-Energy Portal X-Ray Inspection Systems

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking industry input and proposals for large-scale fixed Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) systems, specifically Multi-Energy Portals (MEP) and Low-Energy Portals (LEP), to enhance vehicle and cargo screening at U.S. land border crossings, seaports, and Border Patrol checkpoints. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) - Border Enforcement Contracting Division, Office of Field Operations, Innovation and Strategy Directorate, Non-Intrusive Inspection Program Office - Primary Products and Solutions Requested: - Multi-Energy Portal (MEP) Systems: Drive-through, multi-energy X-ray systems for scanning cargo vehicles and containers - Integrated components: License Plate Reader (LPR), RFID and QR code readers, Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for container IDs, optional Under-Vehicle Backscatter System (UVBS), traffic control, vehicle sensors, CCTV, data storage, operator work centers, and control centers - Low-Energy Portal (LEP) Systems: Drive-through, low-energy X-ray portals for scanning passenger vehicles, buses, and empty commercial trucks - Integrated components: LPR, RFID, traffic control, vehicle detection, CCTV, data storage, operator work centers, and control centers - Services Requested: - Site preparation, engineering, installation, civil works - Training development and delivery (including train-the-trainer and operator courses) - Lifecycle sustainment: warranty, preventive and corrective maintenance (up to 10 years per system), logistics, and on-demand support - Notable Requirements: - Systems must support real-time data export, AI/ML readiness, and integration with CBP IT infrastructure - Emphasis on safety, including strict radiation exposure limits and compliance with DHS security and information safeguarding standards - High throughput and flexible configurations to fit various port layouts - Up to 60 systems may be procured under a multiple-award IDIQ contract with a five-year ordering period and up to 10 years of maintenance - Small business participation is encouraged, including WOSB and HUBZone - No specific OEMs or part numbers are named in the solicitation documents - Place of Performance: - CBP Ports of Entry (land border crossings, seaports, and checkpoints) throughout the United States - Contracting and program offices in Washington, DC and Indianapolis, IN

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THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY REGARDING A DRAFT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP). PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS CONTAINING THE REQUIREMENT AND SUBMISSION DETAILS REGARDING QUESTIONS.

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