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Independent Testing & Validation Laboratory

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Response Deadline01/30/2027, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract with the Transportation Security Administration involves the performance evaluation and testing of AIT equipment for lead applicants to ensure compliance with the Functional Requirements Document. The selected laboratory will conduct tests using specific parameter and adaptation settings, including the conversion of European standards to US equivalents, and will provide the necessary test reports and substantiation data required for QPL applications. The project requires the handling of sensitive and classified information in accordance with NISPOM approvals. Performance will take place in Springfield, and the response deadline for this opportunity is January 30, 2027.

General Info

TSA subcontract for AIT equipment testing and compliance in Springfield by January 2027.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → Transportation Security Administration

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Springfield, VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 70T04026QPL7672AIT001.

The full solicitation package (8 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) Qualified Product List (QPL)

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Timeline

PostedJul 10

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Response DeadlineJan 30

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01/30/2027, 10:00:00 PM UTCin 3 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Transportation Security Administration

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Transportation Security Administration

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Performs performance evaluation and testing of AIT equipment for lead applicants against the TSA Functional Requirements Document (FRD). Conducts tests using specific parameter and adaptation settings and converts European standards to US equivalents. Handles sensitive/classified information per NISPOM approvals. Delivers test reports and substantiation data for the QPL application.

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