What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe Transportation Security Administration is seeking submissions from qualified manufacturers to establish an updated Explosive Trace Detection Qualified Products List. The agency needs to identify and vet security technologies that meet specific operational requirements for detecting explosive materials. This process allows the agency to maintain a roster of approved security equipment that meets federal transportation security standards. The scope of work requires applicants to submit qualification packages, including a Capability Demonstration Plan and a Qualification Demonstration Plan, for evaluation. The agency is also requiring applicants to undergo vetting procedures to access Sensitive Security Information and classified documents related to the technical specifications. Bidders must request access to these restricted documents by the newly extended deadlines and submit any technical questions within the shortened question period. The evaluation criteria focus on the technical capabilities of the submitted explosive trace detection systems as demonstrated through the required plans. The agency has established strict rules regarding the handling of sensitive information, though certain non-disclosure forms and specific handling clauses have been removed or modified in the latest amendments. Key dates include the updated deadlines for requesting sensitive documents, submitting vendor questions, and delivering the final qualification plans.
Scope of work
- Certification Data Package (CDP) submission
- Qualification Data Package (QDP) submission
- Six production-representative ETD systems provided under a no-cost bailment agreement
- Internal system testing, Certification Testing (CERT), and Qualification Testing (QT)
- Cooperative Vulnerability Penetration Assessment (CVPA) and Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E)
- Developmental Engineering Proposal (DEP) submission
- Test Readiness Notification (TRN) submissions for QT and field testing
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| QDP thoroughness and adequacy based on the requirements outlined in the QMP | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Must be the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
- Systems must meet TSA Detection Standards (DS 5.0, 6.2 or 6.3)
- Systems must demonstrate capabilities based on ETD Functional Requirements Document (FRD) Version 2.0 (June 2025)
- Adhere to applicable IT security requirements and select STIX compatibility requirements
- Possess a valid Facility Clearance Level (FCL) and Secret security clearance
- Approved DD Form 254 specific to ETD
- Comply with Buy American Act and applicable Trade Agreements (WTO GPA, USMCA, U.S.-Chile FTA)
Documents to include with your response
- Certification Data Package (CDP)
- Qualification Data Package (QDP)
- TSA Form 2815 (Information Non-Disclosure Agreement)
- DD Form 254 (Contract Security Classification Specification)
- No-cost bailment agreement
- Developmental Engineering Proposal (DEP)
- Test Readiness Notification (TRN)
- Agreements with TSA support contractors per Section 3.3
How to submit
- Method
- Mail physical thumb drives (CDP/QDP); email for questions, SSI/CNSI requests, and Test Readiness Notifications
- Instructions
- Mail two separate CDP thumb drives to FAA/Frank A. LoBiondo Technical Center (Atlantic City, NJ) and TSIF/TSA (Arlington, VA); mail QDP thumb drive to TSIF/TSA (Arlington, VA).
Incumbent and award research
Likely prior awards for this requirement
Likely matchAwarded by the same buying office (70T040) with descriptions matching "explosive trace". The notice does not name its current contract, so confirm before relying on it.
| Vendor and award | Value | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| LEIDOS SECURITY DETECTION & AUTOMATION, INC.70T04021F7672N044 · THIS ORDER IS FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES TO SUPPORT SOFTWARE ENHANCEMENTS TO MEET TSA'S NEW | $166.6K | Sep 30, 2027 |
| SMITHS DETECTION INC.70T04020C9DAP2037 · THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PURCHASE EXPLOSIVES TRACE DETECTION (ETD) SYSTEMS TOGET | $5.1M | Sep 24, 2026 |
| LEIDOS SECURITY DETECTION & AUTOMATION, INC.70T04022F7573N001 · TO DEVELOP EXPLOSIVE TRACE DETECTION (ETD) INORGANIC DETECTION CAPABILITIES. | $534.9K | Sep 29, 2025 |
| SMITHS DETECTION INC.70T04019F5DAP2051 · THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORDER IS TO ORDER ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES FOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPMEN | $461.6K | Aug 31, 2024 |
| LEIDOS SECURITY DETECTION & AUTOMATION, INC.70T04020F5DAP2079 · PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR EXPLOSIVE TRACE DETECTION (ETD) UNITS IN AIRPORTS. | $532.1K | Aug 27, 2022 |
Market context
Awards in the same category (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing). This is not this requirement's award history.
Recent similar awards: Department of Homeland Security, NAICS 334511
| Vendor and award | Value | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| ANALOGIC CORP70T04021F7672N047 · THE PURPOSE OF THIS PROCUREMENT IS TO PROCURE AND DEPLOY MID-SIZE COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (CT) | $135.7M | Aug 25, 2032 |
| ROHDE & SCHWARZ USA, INC.70T04023C7672N002 · PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF ADVANCED IMAGING TECHNOLOGY (AIT) | $10.9M | Sep 27, 2030 |
| CEIA USA LTD70T04026C7672N004 · PROCUREMENT OF ENHANCED METAL DETECTORS IN SUPPORT OF SAFETY STOCK. | $526.5K | Sep 29, 2029 |
| GENERAL DYNAMICS ONE SOURCE LLC70B02C26F00001117 · CTSE DELIVERY ORDER #3 | $10.4M | Sep 29, 2029 |
| L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.70US0924C70092457 · EQUIPMENT | $14.6M | Sep 29, 2029 |
Top vendors in this category: Department of Homeland Security, NAICS 334511, since Oct 1, 2024
673 contract awards in this NAICS over the period.
- 1. ELBITAMERICA, INC.$336.5M
- 2. ANALOGIC CORP$143.4M
- 3. GENERAL DYNAMICS ONE SOURCE LLC$138.3M
- 4. TELEDYNE FLIR DEFENSE, LLC$73.6M
- 5. ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS COMPANY, INC. (OF VIRGINIA)$66.1M
Source: USAspending.gov federal award data (U.S. federal public data). A contract is called the incumbent only when the notice or its documents cite it by number.