Request for Information: iOS Compatible Biometrics Devices for Biometrics at Sea System

The United States Coast Guard is seeking information on iOS-compatible biometric devices suitable for integration into their Biometrics at Sea system. This request for information (RFI) invites capable parties to respond to specific questions outlined in the solicitation, which is identified as 26OIPL-RFI-26-17. The goal is to gather data on devices that meet the technical specifications provided, ensuring compatibility and operational efficiency for maritime biometric applications. The solicitation was posted on May 27, 2026, with responses due by June 11, 2026. It is categorized as a sources-sought type of procurement, meaning it is primarily focused on market research without any set-aside or direct contract award. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 334118, which pertains to computer terminals and other computer peripheral equipment manufacturing. The requesting office is the C5I Division 2 located in Kearneysville, West Virginia, with the place of performance listed as Portsmouth, Virginia. Interested parties can contact Brenda E. Oberholzer or Annalice Mollica for more information.