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BLS Software and Firmware Development

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Response Deadline10/15/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the Transportation Security Administration involves the development of operating systems, reconstruction software, and inspection software for BLS systems to assist manufacturers in achieving TSA QPL certification. The scope of work includes coding software and firmware Configuration Items and creating a Graphical User Interface with adjustable parameters, all while adhering to the Master Configuration Item List and Configuration Management Plan. The project requires the delivery of specific software and firmware versions along with a complete inventory of Configuration Items. This opportunity was posted on August 13, 2026, with a response deadline of October 15, 2026, falling under NAICS code 541511.

General Info

TSA subcontract for developing BLS operating, reconstruction, and inspection software for QPL certification.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → Transportation Security AdministrationView Agency

NAICS

541511 - Custom Computer Programming ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 70T04026QPL7672BLS001.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Bottle Liquid Scanner (BLS) Qualified Products List (QPL)

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Timeline

PostedAug 13

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Response DeadlineOct 15

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AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Transportation Security Administration

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Develops operating systems, reconstruction software, and inspection software for BLS systems for manufacturers seeking TSA QPL certification. Codes software and firmware Configuration Items (CIs) and develops the Graphical User Interface (GUI) with adjustable parameters. Adheres to the Master Configuration Item List (MCIL) and Configuration Management Plan (CMP). Delivers software/firmware versions and a complete CI inventory.

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