Maritime Approaches Surveillance Systems (MAST) Operations and Sustainment

The Maritime Approaches Surveillance Systems (MAST) Operations and Sustainment forecast, issued by Customs and Border Protection under the Department of Homeland Security, focuses on the sustainment, maintenance, and logistics support for deployed and transitioning MAST systems. These systems utilize commercial off-the-shelf technologies, including maritime surface search radars, EO/IR cameras, and encrypted AIS receivers, all integrated through a Mission Management System. Operating 24/7/365, the systems transmit data via DHS-accredited networks to authorized operation centers and are engineered to withstand harsh coastal environments using various structural configurations and power sources, including solar and generator backups. The scope of work ensures continuous sensor coverage across current and future zones, emphasizing cybersecurity compliance and remote health monitoring. While the specific contract vehicle and type are not yet defined, the requirement falls under NAICS code 334511. The project involves managing complex hardware deployed on elevated terrain, such as towers and monopoles, to maintain overlapping radar and camera coverage for maritime surveillance.