EdgeXtend

The EdgeXtend contract under solicitation number 70B04C26F00000558 is issued by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection under the Department of Homeland Security to support counter-unmanned aerial systems testing procedures for the FIFA World Cup. The work is centered on evaluating and validating edge computing technologies to detect, track, and mitigate unauthorized drone activity in high-profile public environments, with primary performance taking place in Atlanta, Georgia. The contract is managed by the Information Technology Contracting Division based in Washington, D.C., and is designated under NAICS code 513210 for information services, indicating a focus on specialized technological support rather than manufacturing or general services. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Mary Carson, whose email is listed as mary.w.carson@cbp.dhs.gov, and the opportunity was posted on July 13, 2026. The contract type is classified as a justification, suggesting it may be awarded without full and open competition due to specific mission-critical needs tied to the FIFA World Cup event. No set-aside designation is specified, meaning the opportunity is potentially open to all eligible contractors, though the specialized nature of the counter-UAS test procedures likely narrows the pool to firms with proven expertise in edge computing, drone detection, and real-time threat response systems. The contract is designed to deliver actionable, tested protocols that enhance homeland security capabilities during one of the world’s largest international events.