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DALTON, LESTER

UEI: NDJ8TMB9RKT8

DALTON, LESTER is a federal contractor, registered under UEI NDJ8TMB9RKT8. It has been awarded $41,400 across 2 federal contracts. Primary work spans Religious Organizations. Top awarding agencies include Department Of Defense.

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Department Of Defense$41.4K100%

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813110 - Religious Organizations$41.4K100%

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Protestant Director Religious Education for Sigonella, Sicily, Italy

Solicitation # N6817126QS013

The Contract N6817126QS013 is a combined synopsis and solicitation for the procurement of a Protestant Director of Religious Education (PDRE) to serve at the Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily, Italy, primarily at NAS 1. This request for quotation is issued under FAR Part 12 as a commercial services acquisition and does not set aside the contract for small business concerns. The work involves providing 624 hours of religious education services over one year with a unilateral option to extend, with performance expected on-site at the specified location. The solicitation incorporates all applicable provisions and clauses by reference, accessible via www.acquisition.gov, and no separate written solicitation will be issued. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of August 20, 2026, and the contract is managed by the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistic Center Sigonella Naples Office under the Department of Defense. The primary point of contact is Brent Robinson, with Dana Rains as secondary, and all correspondence should be directed to their official Navy email addresses. The North American Industry Classification System code for this contract is 813110, and the place of performance is listed as Sigonella, Catania, Italy.

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Religious Program (Chaplins)

Solicitation # N0018926QW66

The U.S. Navy, through the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center in Norfolk, Virginia, is seeking a Small Business Set-Aside Firm Fixed Price contract to provide Roman Catholic Priest services in support of the Religious Program at Naval Air Station Oceana Chapel and Dam Neck Annex Chapel, in accordance with OPNAVINST 1730.1E. The contractor must deliver comprehensive spiritual care services including weekly worship, sacraments, pastoral counseling, religious education, and emergency response within 30 days of contract award, with performance occurring at multiple locations across the United States. Delivery is FOB Destination, meaning the contractor retains responsibility and risk until services are accepted at the delivery point, where the Government will conduct final inspection to ensure compliance with operational and religious ministry standards. The North American Industry Classification System code is 813110 with a small business size standard of $13 million in annual revenue, and all offerors must self-certify as small businesses and be currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, during performance, and through final payment. Contractors are responsible for their own quality control and inspection processes, with no government-provided oversight prior to delivery. Solicitations and amendments are available exclusively online through SAM.gov, with no hard copies issued. The contracting office, under Contract Specialist Sarah Celestin, has established administrative protocols requiring vendors to confirm they and their principal owners are not suspended or debarred from federal contracting. Payment will be handled by the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center in Norfolk, with no specific invoicing system mandated. The contract does not include detailed line-item pricing, option periods, key personnel requirements, security clearance mandates, or formal evaluation factors beyond compliance and technical acceptability under the Firm Fixed Price structure.

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PEO-M Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Poseidon's Fury Collaboration Event (CE)

Solicitation # PEO_M_USV_Poseidon_s_Fury_CE

SOFWERX and the USSOCOM Program Executive Office Maritime (PEO-M) are hosting the Poseidon’s Fury Collaboration Event to accelerate the development of the Unmanned Surface Vehicle Mission-Aligned Reference Architecture (MARA), a standards-based framework designed to improve interoperability across Joint Force manned and unmanned maritime systems while eliminating redundant, service-specific platform development. This initiative is open exclusively to U.S. persons and involves a two-phase process beginning with a virtual collaboration event on August 26, 2026, where SOF operators and industry partners will engage in breakout sessions to define operational needs around user interface, autonomy, command and control, and platform effectiveness. Participation in this event is optional but strongly encouraged to align solutions with warfighter requirements, with registration closing August 14, 2026. Those who do not attend the CE may still submit capabilities for consideration during the Assessment Event, which opens on September 14, 2026, and closes October 2, 2026. A virtual Q&A session is available on September 23 for clarification on technical expectations. Selected submissions will undergo a downselect process, with winners invited to participate in a comprehensive on-water Assessment Event at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, between November 2 and 20, 2026. Participants must demonstrate their USV capabilities in real-world conditions, with evaluations conducted by Subject Matter Experts from USSOCOM, JHU APL, WARCOM, and MARSOC using predefined technical and operational criteria. Successful performers may be transitioned to Phase 5, where potential pathways for follow-on acquisition include Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) under 10 U.S.C. §4022, research agreements under 15 U.S.C. §3715, cooperative R&D agreements, experimental procurement under §4023, or prize competitions—potentially leading to non-competitive production awards based on successful prototype outcomes. All awardees must comply with NIST SP 800-171 for securing Controlled Unclassified Information, and eligibility is limited to U.S. persons and organizations capable of supporting USSOCOM’s unique maritime missions.

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Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Solicitation # FA330026Q0073

The solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to provide Catholic Religious Education Coordinator services at Maxwell AFB, Alabama, responsible for coordinating, facilitating, and organizing religious education programs for individuals aged one through adult, in accordance with the attached Statement of Work. The position requires expertise in delivering faith-based instruction across all age groups and ensuring alignment with Catholic teachings and practices, with the contractor expected to manage curriculum, schedule, volunteer support, and communication with the local Catholic community and military families. The work location is Montgomery, Alabama, with performance tied to the needs of the Maxwell AFB installation and its personnel. This is a Small Business Set Aside opportunity under NAICS code 813110, reserved exclusively for small businesses, with a response deadline of August 13, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time. The solicitation was posted on August 3, 2026, under number FA330026Q0073, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the FA3300 42 Cons Cc office. Interested offerors must submit proposals in accordance with the Request for Quote, with inquiries directed to Spencer Jones, the primary point of contact, at spencer.jones.10@us.af.mil or (334) 953-5005, or Jeremy B. Kersey at jeremy.kersey.1@us.af.mil or (334) 953-3526. The full solicitation details and submission requirements are accessible through the SAM.gov workspace link provided.

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Catholic Religious Instruction and Faith FormationThe contract seeks to deliver comprehensive Catholic religious education and faith formation programs for adults, youth, and children in alignment with the guidelines established by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This includes the administration and facilitation of sacramental preparation initiatives such as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and First Communion, ensuring participants receive spiritually grounded and doctrinally accurate instruction. The work is to be performed at a designated location in Vicenza, Italy, with a zip code of 36100, under the auspices of the Department of Defense as the contracting agency, despite the religious nature of the services provided. This is a subcontract opportunity under the NAICS code 813110, which pertains to religious organizations, with a response deadline of August 28, 2026, and was posted on July 28, 2026. The contract does not specify a set-aside type or organization type, and while the point of contact information is not provided, interested parties must submit their proposals via the official SAM.gov portal before the deadline. The program must adhere strictly to USCCB standards and will serve military communities and their families stationed in Vicenza, emphasizing catechetical formation and sacramental readiness across all age groups.

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Anointing of the Sick and Emergency Pastoral CareThe contract seeks to provide Catholic anointing of the sick, spiritual comfort, and emergency pastoral care services to military personnel and their families, with a primary focus on hospital visits and crisis response for those who are ill or injured. Services must be delivered in accordance with Catholic tradition and doctrine, ensuring sacramental support and emotional guidance during times of medical emergency, serious illness, or death. The provider is expected to be available on short notice to respond to urgent spiritual needs, offering pastoral presence and sacraments in both clinical and community settings, including at military installations and nearby medical facilities in Vicenza, Italy. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, with the place of performance centered in Vicenza, Italy, and a NAICS code of 813110 indicating religious organizations. The posting date is July 28, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by August 28, 2026. The agency responsible is listed as 0414 Aq Hq Contract Augmented, and while no specific set-aside designation is provided, the solicitation remains open to qualified providers capable of meeting the spiritual care requirements in a military context. The work requires deep cultural and religious competency, reliability, and the ability to integrate seamlessly into military medical and chaplaincy networks to support service members and their families in times of vulnerability.

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Sacrament of Baptism and Matrimony ServicesThe contract requires the provision of Catholic sacramental services specifically for Baptism and Matrimony, encompassing all phases from pre-sacramental preparation to ceremonial execution and proper documentation. These services are intended for U.S. service members and their families, ensuring religious observances are conducted in accordance with Catholic doctrine and institutional requirements. The contractor must be equipped to facilitate spiritual readiness activities, maintain accurate parish and military records, and deliver ceremonies with cultural and liturgical integrity in alignment with Church standards. Performance is to be carried out at the designated location in Vicenza, Italy, with the ZIP code 36100, under the authority of the Department of Defense through the 0414 Aq Hq Contract Augmented office. This is a subcontract opportunity classified under NAICS code 813110, which pertains to religious organizations. The solicitation was posted on July 28, 2026, and responses are due by August 28, 2026, at 8:00 AM. While no set-aside preferences are specified, interested parties must be able to operate within a military environment and coordinate with U.S. forces and their dependents to fulfill the spiritual and administrative obligations tied to these sacraments.

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Administration of Sacrament of ReconciliationThe contract requires the provision of private confession and spiritual counseling services at the Vicenza chapel facilities, adhering strictly to Catholic doctrine and maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality. Services must be delivered on-site to support the spiritual needs of personnel and their families affiliated with the Department of Defense presence in Vicenza, Italy, with all activities aligned with the teachings and practices of the Catholic Church. This subcontract, identified under NAICS code 813110, is solicited by the Department of Defense under the agency designation 0414 Aq Hq Contract Augmented. The opportunity was posted on July 28, 2026, with responses due by August 28, 2026. The place of performance is specifically located in Vicenza, with a postal code of 36100, and the work must comply with all religious, ethical, and procedural requirements governing the Sacrament of Reconciliation as practiced within the Catholic tradition.

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Daily and Weekly Catholic Mass ServicesThe contract requires the provision of daily and weekly Catholic Mass services for U.S. military personnel and their families stationed at Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy, ensuring full compliance with the General Instruction of the Roman Missal and the liturgical standards set by the Archdiocese for the Military Services. Services must be conducted regularly and in accordance with recognized Catholic liturgical norms to meet the spiritual needs of the community, with all activities taking place at the designated military installation in Vicenza. The subcontract is open for bidding with a response deadline of August 28, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 813110, indicating its alignment with religious organizations and activities. The solicitation is issued under the Department of Defense, specifically through the 0414 Aq Hq Contract Augmented office, and no set-aside provisions are specified, meaning all qualified vendors may compete. The place of performance is fixed at the Caserma Ederle location with a zip code of 36100, and no point of contact information is provided within the posting.

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Vicenza Catholic Priest Services

Solicitation # W912PF26QA058

The Government is seeking an ordained Catholic Priest with an active ecclesiastical endorsement from the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA to deliver comprehensive Catholic liturgical ministry services to the USAG-Italy Vicenza Military Community. The priest will be responsible for providing spiritual care, celebrating Mass, administering sacraments, and supporting the religious needs of Catholic service members, their families, and authorized personnel stationed in Vicenza, Italy. This position requires full compliance with Catholic Church doctrine and official approval from the Archdiocese for the Military Services, ensuring the ministry aligns with both ecclesiastical standards and Department of Defense requirements. The solicitation, identified as W912PF26QA058, was posted on July 28, 2026, with responses due by August 28, 2026. It falls under NAICS code 813110 for religious organizations and is not subject to any set-aside provisions. The contracting office is the Department of Defense under the 0414 Aq Hq Contract Augmented organization, with the primary point of contact being Miguel Torres and secondary contact Kerria Clanton, both reachable via official Army email addresses. The work will be performed at the Vicenza Military Community in Italy, and all proposals must be submitted through the SAM.gov platform using the provided UI link.

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Roman Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Solicitation # FA282326Q0046

The U.S. Air Force, through the Department of Defense at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, is soliciting a total small business set-aside contract for the position of Roman Catholic Religious Education Coordinator to support Catholic religious education programs for grades K through 12 across two chapel locations: the East Gate Chapel and the West Gate Chapel. The contract is issued as a Request for Quote under solicitation number FA282326Q0046, with a submission deadline of July 21, 2026, and is structured as a Firm Fixed Price arrangement with a base period of performance from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, and up to four one-year options extending through August 31, 2031, for a maximum total duration of 60 months. The role requires implementing the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, approved curriculum under the direction of the Roman Catholic Chaplain, managing databases of students and volunteers, coordinating VIRTUS-trained adult supervision adhering to a 7:1 student-to-adult ratio, and handling facility setup, security, and cleanup. All work must comply with base regulations, including traffic rules and identification protocols, and the contractor must safeguard all government property. Only small businesses meeting the NAICS code 813110 standard of $13 million in annual revenue are eligible, with full set-aside reserved for them. Offers must include a detailed technical description of services, resumes of proposed personnel with references, and completion of specific solicitation form blocks. Proposals will be evaluated under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) model, with mandatory pass/fail gates including current SAM registration, contractor responsibility, and technical compliance with the Performance Work Statement. Contract administration requires use of the Wide Area Workflow system for all payment submissions and receiving reports, with defined DoDAACs for routing and payment authorization. Compliance with cybersecurity requirements under DFARS 252.204-7012, prohibitions on covered telecommunications equipment, whistleblower protections, and antiterrorism training are stipulated. The contractor must maintain Government and contractor identification, return all issued credentials upon contract termination, and ensure adherence to faith practice standards as defined by the Second Vatican Council and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. Payment instructions and quality assurance oversight are managed through designated government representatives, with noncompliance addressed through formal written notice and response opportunities

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MARSOC: Automated Armory Collaboration Event (CE)

Solicitation # MARSOC_Automated_Armory_CE

MARSOC, in partnership with SOFWERX, is inviting U.S. industry, academia, and national laboratories to collaboratively develop a revolutionary automated armory system that eliminates manual inventory processes through a fully passive, image-based tracking solution. The initiative targets the modernization of serialized weapon and equipment accountability by replacing paper logs, handwritten forms, and RFID or radio-frequency systems with secure optical recognition and computer vision technologies. Participants are challenged to design a system that authenticates users via CAC, automatically logs equipment issuance and recovery through photographic scans, tracks item locations, and maintains tamper-proof audit trails—all without emitting any RF signals to preserve operational security. The effort is driven by the need to reduce human error, minimize administrative burden, and ensure absolute accountability in high-stakes special operations environments. The collaboration unfolds in stages: first, a mandatory submission deadline of 16 August 2026 for attendance at the in-person Collaboration Event on 17 September 2026 at SOFWERX in Florida, where stakeholders will engage directly with warfighters to refine requirements. Those unable to attend may still submit solutions by 20 October 2026 for the Assessment Event, which includes a virtual Q&A on 3 November and a downselect by 1 December. Finalists will present live demonstrations during the Assessment Event from 15 to 17 December 2026, with top-performing solutions potentially entering into non-traditional agreements under 10 U.S.C. Sections 4021, 4022, or other alternative contracting authorities such as OTAs, CRADAs, or prize competitions. Selected participants must comply with NIST SP 800-171 for handling Controlled Unclassified Information. Only U.S. persons and U.S. industry entities are eligible to participate, and success in this event may lead directly to follow-on production agreements without additional competition.

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Catholic Religious Education Coordinator Services

Solicitation # FA252126QB023B

The solicitation FA252126QB023B seeks Catholic Religious Education Coordinator services for the Catholic worship community at Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, under a Performance Work Statement dated January 8, 2026. The requirement is set aside exclusively for small businesses under FAR 19.5 with a NAICS code of 813110, and the period of performance includes a base term plus four option periods, with an additional one-time six-month extension option available. Offerors must provide evidence of being an approved Catechist teacher through the Archdiocese for the Military Services and must submit proof of a background investigation compliant with Public Law 101-647, Section 231; failure to submit either document will result in non-responsiveness. Services include the conduct of daily and weekend masses and confessionals, with performance strictly bound to the PWS. All contract actions require registration and active maintenance in the System for Award Management, with electronic payment and receiving reports processed through Wide Area WorkFlow, adhering to FAR 52.232-33 and DFARS Appendix F. The contract incorporates numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses, including prohibitions on contracting with inverted domestic corporations and entities involved in convict labor, requirements for equal opportunity for veterans and workers with disabilities, employment eligibility verification, combating human trafficking, and mandatory compliance with sustainability and transportation standards. Contractors must also affirm representations regarding payments to influence federal transactions, exclusions from operations with sanctioned regimes such as the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and the Maduro regime, and affirmations of employee notification obligations. Submission of proposals is due by August 17, 2026, and the point of contact for inquiries is Damien Charley, with secondary contact Keona Franklin. No pricing details or line item structure are provided, but payment mechanisms are defined by electronic submission standards and applicable FAR clauses, including accelerated payments for small business subcontractors.

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Education and ProgramsThe District of Columbia Correctional Agency is forecasting a future procurement focused on education and programs related to religious services within its correctional facilities. This initiative aims to provide structured faith-based programming to incarcerated individuals, supporting spiritual well-being, personal development, and behavioral rehabilitation. While specific details such as solicitation number, NAICS code, set-aside type, and point of contact are not yet available, the forecast indicates the agency is preparing to issue a contract vehicle to qualified providers capable of delivering comprehensive religious education and counseling services. The performance location is expected to be within facilities under the District of Columbia’s correctional system, though exact addresses have not been specified. The forecast was posted on July 23, 2026, signaling upcoming opportunities for organizations with expertise in institutional religious services to engage with the agency ahead of a formal solicitation.

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Spiritual Guide Services – General/Interfaith Religious ProgrammingThe contract entails providing weekly interfaith spiritual sessions to adults in custody at FCI Milan as part of the Life Connections Program, emphasizing values and personal responsibility through inclusive, non-denominational religious programming. These sessions are designed to support emotional well-being, moral development, and behavioral change among participants, fostering a culture of accountability and ethical reflection within the facility. The services are to be delivered by a qualified spiritual guide capable of engaging diverse faith traditions while maintaining a respectful and neutral environment aligned with prison administration guidelines. This is a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, classified under NAICS code 813110, indicating it is reserved exclusively for small businesses. The opportunity was posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of August 19, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Justice under the Fao designation. Services must be performed at the specified location in Milan, Michigan, with no alternative sites permitted. The contracting entity seeks providers with demonstrated experience in correctional spiritual care and interfaith programming, prioritizing those who can effectively adapt content to meet the spiritual and psychological needs of a captive population while operating within federal correctional protocols.

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Life Connections Program Services - FCI Milan Michigan

Solicitation # 15BGCS26Q00000070

The Federal Bureau of Prisons, through its Field Acquisition Office, is soliciting bids for the Life Connections Program Services at FCI Milan in Michigan, under solicitation number 15BGCS26Q00000070. This procurement is a total small business set-aside as defined by FAR 19.5, exclusively open to small businesses, with the NAICS code 813110 indicating it falls under organizations promoting civic, social, professional, and similar objectives. All proposals must be submitted by August 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, with the solicitation posted on July 23, 2026. The contract requires the provision of comprehensive program services designed to support inmate rehabilitation and reentry outcomes through structured, evidence-based interventions. The place of performance is specifically located at FCI Milan, Michigan, with a ZIP code of 48160, while the contracting office is based in Grand Prairie, Texas. Primary point of contact for inquiries is John Holleman, reachable via email at jholleman@bop.gov or phone at 202-598-6011. The solicitation is classified as combined, meaning it integrates both the solicitation and award documents, streamlining the process for potential offerors. Interested parties must access the full solicitation package through the provided SAM.gov link to obtain all required documentation, including evaluation criteria, performance specifications, and submission guidelines. Offerors are expected to demonstrate relevant experience, operational capacity, and alignment with the program’s goals of promoting lasting behavioral change and successful reintegration for incarcerated individuals.

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Protestant Religious Education Coordinator

Solicitation # FA330026Q0015

This solicitation, FA330026Q0015, seeks a small business contractor to provide Protestant Religious Education Coordinator services at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, under a firm-fixed price contract with a total potential value spanning five years, including four optional one-year renewal periods. The contractor will be responsible for coordinating, teaching, facilitating, and organizing Protestant religious education programs for all age groups from children through adults, aligned with the Chapel Annual Ministry Plan, fiscal year calendar, and applicable Air Force and Department of Defense directives. The position requires a minimum of 20 hours per week, with increased hours during peak seasons, and demands direct oversight of volunteers, development of a 12-month program calendar, management of CTOF funds, and integration of youth into chapel worship services. The contractor must comply with stringent security, personnel, and information handling standards including Controlled Unclassified Information protocols, mandatory CAC badges for base access, criminal background investigations per DODI 1402-5, Tier 1 childcare background checks, and completion of DoD CUI training. All personnel must adhere to base safety rules, vehicle inspection policies, and prohibitions on firearms and cellular phone use while operating vehicles. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis to the offeror who meets all mandatory technical criteria at the lowest price. Technical acceptability is binary—failure on any one requirement results in disqualification. Mandatory qualifications include at least two years leading a military religious education program or three years as a volunteer leader, a two-year degree in education or equivalent certification, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe software, three professional references (one from an ordained clergyperson with active credentials), a current letter of good standing from a military chaplain, and verifiable past performance on similar contracts within the last five years with no negative history at Maxwell AFB. The offeror must be registered in SAM.gov with a valid Unique Entity Identifier and certified as a small business under NAICS code 813110. Proposals must be submitted by email by 1:00 PM CDT on August 6, 2026, and include a dated quote, resume, references, chaplain endorsement, and past performance documentation. Performance occurs on-site at Maxwell AFB with a base period of September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027, and optional renewals through August 31, 2031

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Contactless Iris Collection Collaboration Event

Solicitation # Contactless_Iris_Collection_Collaboration_Event

The U.S. Special Operations Command Program Executive Office for Tactical Information Systems, in partnership with SOFWERX, is conducting a structured initiative to evaluate the feasibility of using commercially available Android-based mobile devices for contactless iris image capture—without supplemental hardware—to meet biometric collection standards for integration into the Automated Biometric Identification System. This effort targets the validation of native mobile camera performance under public optical specifications against ISO and DoD biometric standards, aiming to reduce size, weight, and power requirements by leveraging built-in device lighting, including near-infrared wavelengths between 805 nm and 1,000 nm. To support this goal, a Collaboration Event is scheduled for 30 September 2026 at SOFWERX in Florida, limited to U.S. citizens and requiring registration by 28 August 2026. The event will facilitate direct engagement between warfighters and technology providers, enabling feedback loops on operational requirements and problem-solving, and is designed to prepare participants for the upcoming Assessment Event. Following the Collaboration Event, a submission window for the Assessment Event will open from 27 October to 27 November 2026, during which participants may submit their technologies for technical evaluation. A virtual Q&A session is scheduled for 11 November to clarify requirements. Submissions will be assessed on technical merit, with selected candidates invited to the Assessment Event on 19–21 January 2026, where they will present and demonstrate their solutions to an evaluation panel. Successful technologies may lead to negotiated awards under non-FAR authorities such as Other Transaction Authorities (10 U.S.C. §§ 4021, 4022), Cooperative Research and Development Agreements, or Business-to-Business agreements via SOFWERX’s Partnership Intermediary Agreement, with the potential for follow-on production without recompetition if prototype goals are met. Awardees must comply with NIST SP 800-171 standards for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information, and solutions must demonstrate significant matching scores across diverse populations, device-specific performance metrics, and reliable performance with unmodified consumer hardware.

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