Tower Climbing Training & Equipment

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather market intelligence regarding Tower Climbing Training and Equipment. This RFI is part of a broader effort under the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 10 focused on market research, aiming to identify viable sources, industry best practices, and obtain feedback on the draft Statement of Work. The solicitation, identified by number 20156930, was posted on May 1, 2026, with responses due by May 12, 2026. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 237130, which generally covers power and communication line and related structures construction. The solicitation is managed by the Mission Support Contracting Division within the Department of Homeland Security and is based in Washington, DC. This notice is a sources-sought request to better understand the market landscape and is not restricted by any set-aside requirements. Interested parties are encouraged to provide input on the draft Statement of Work and contribute to shaping potential training and equipment solutions for tower climbing safety and proficiency. The primary point of contact for this effort is Starla VanWinkle, who can be reached via email for further inquiries.