TSA Third Party Testing Framework
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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has a well-established Test and Evaluation (T&E) organization responsible for overseeing and conducting testing activities related to screening equipment demonstrations and system acquisitions. TSA’s framework for Third-Party Testing (TPT) provides clear procedures for independent evaluation of candidate screening systems, conducted on behalf of equipment vendors or donors. These third-party test results, when overseen appropriately by TSA T&E, can be accepted as part of the assessment process to determine whether a system meets TSA’s performance standards. The contract titled "TSA Third Party Testing Framework" was posted on May 7, 2026, as a special notice under solicitation number TSA25-04-0574. The work will be performed in Virginia and falls under NAICS code 541330. The framework aims to facilitate a structured process for third-party testing within TSA's acquisition lifecycle, ensuring credible, consistent, and transparent evaluation of screening technologies. The point of contact for this contract is Scott Rooney, reachable via the provided TSA email for any inquiries related to this testing framework.
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VA, 20598, USASet-Aside
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TSA currently maintains a robust Test and Evaluation (T&E) organization to oversee and conduct test activities for TSA screening equipment demonstrations and system acquisitions. TSA T&E has an established Third-Party Testing (TPT) framework which details procedures for conducting TPT of candidate screening systems on behalf of an equipment vendor or donor. With appropriate oversight from TSA T&E, TPT data can be accepted to help inform the assessment of a system’s ability to meet TSA’s performance requirements. The attached documents outline TSA’S TPT framework.
