TSA Approved Independent Third-Party Acceptance Testing of Donated, Bailed, and Non-TSA-Funded Transportation Security Equipment (TSE)

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is publishing its Test and Evaluation Division Policy (Version 2.0) for organizations seeking to become TSA-approved Independent Third-Party Acceptance Testing organizations. Approved organizations will support the Capability Acceptance Process (CAP), bailed Transportation Security Equipment (TSE), and non-TSA-funded commercial TSE activities. Prospective organizations seeking initial approval and currently approved organizations submitting two-year renewal packages may submit an application package in standard PDF or Microsoft Office format. Applications must address the approval criteria checklist in Appendix A of the attached policy and be sent to the designated email address, where applicants may also direct questions regarding application format or required documentation. This Special Notice is a public posting of TSA policy and procedures, not a solicitation, and responses will not result in a TSA contract award. Participation is strictly voluntary, and the U.S. Government will not pay or reimburse any costs associated with preparing or submitting an application package.