Operational Utility Assessment (OUA) Planning

The contract titled Operational Utility Assessment (OUA) Planning requires the development and execution of a comprehensive plan to evaluate system performance within TSA environments using key operational metrics such as probability of detection, false alarm rate, throughput, and overall operational effectiveness. This work is focused on ensuring that security technologies meet real-world operational demands and performance standards under actual screening conditions. The assessment plan must be designed to generate actionable data that supports decisions regarding technology deployment, optimization, and compliance with homeland security objectives. The solicitation is issued under the NAICS code 541620, indicating it pertains to management consulting services, and is classified as a subcontract. It was posted on April 29, 2026, with a response deadline of May 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Performance is expected to take place in Springfield, and the contracting entity is the Department of Homeland Security through its Security Technology office. While specific point of contact information is not provided, respondents must align their proposals with the agency’s requirements for validating system performance in high-stakes security environments, emphasizing measurable outcomes and operational realism.