Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) Relocatable Passenger Vehicle Scanning Systems (RPVSS) IDIQ

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation Number 70B03C26R00000045 makes the following changes:

• Provides a Question and Answer (Q&A) document: This document addresses solicitation questions and is titled '2.5.1_Sol_A1_Questions and Answers_RPVSS_70B03C26R00000045'.
• Revises the Statement of Work (SOW): A revised SOW, titled '2.5.1_Sol_A1_SOW_Revised_70B03C26R00000045', has been provided. Specific sections (2.3, 3.2.1.5, and DID A016) have been updated for consistency with the Q&A document. This revised SOW supersedes the previous version.
• Extends proposal submission deadline: The deadline for proposal submissions has been extended to April 10, 2026, at 05:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time.

• Q&A Document: '2.5.1_Sol_A1_Questions and Answers_RPVSS_70B03C26R00000045'
• Statement of Work (SOW): '2.5.1_Sol_A1_SOW_Revised_70B03C26R00000045' (Sections 2.3, 3.2.1.5, and DID A016 revised)

The proposal submission deadline has been extended to April 10, 2026, at 05:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding Solicitation 70B03C26R00000045 for Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) Relocatable Passenger Vehicle Scanning Systems (RPVSS) IDIQ.

• Incumbent: This is a new requirement with no incumbent contractor.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: Extended to April 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.

• Pricing: CONUS delivery is included in the unit price. CLIN 60 is for OCONUS delivery upcharges.

• Email Submission: One email with separate attachments is acceptable if under 35MB; otherwise, multiple emails are required.

• Page Limits: Radiation Survey Report, Project Management Plan, Reliability Prediction Report, and Warranty Terms and Conditions are exempt from the Technical Volume's 15-page limit.

• Data Rights: The government intends to obtain full unlimited rights to technical data and computer software, consistent with RFO 52.227-14, not limited rights. Training products become government property upon acceptance.

• Branding: The government will provide branding decal kits; contractors are responsible for application.

• Training Duration: Operator training is 2 hours (1 hour classroom, 1 hour hands-on). Instructor-led training is 4 hours (2 hours classroom, 2 hours hands-on).

• Image Quality: System must comply with ANSI N42.46-2008 standards; specific thresholds for steel penetration and special resolution are not separately defined beyond this standard.

• System Dimensions: +/- 10% is acceptable for typical deployment dimensions. Vehicle transport height is critical (minimum bridge clearance 13'6").

• System Weight: Less than 20,000 lbs combined weight is acceptable, provided it does not require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

• Data Integration: CBP LSX ICD v1.0.0 is applicable; SOW sections have been revised.

• Quantities: Quantities in Attachment 3 are estimated ordering quantities; tiered pricing is not requested.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended.

• Several SOW sections and requirements (e.g., data integration, warranty period) have been clarified or revised based on vendor questions.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) establishes an Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Relocatable Passenger Vehicle Scanning Systems (RPVSS). The primary goal is to enable U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to effectively and efficiently scan large numbers of passenger cars and other light vehicles at high-throughput environments like border crossings to detect anomalies such as explosives, drugs, and currency. The system should allow occupants to remain in the vehicle and scan vehicles at a rate of 150 per hour or more.

• Procurement of approximately 100 Relocatable Passenger Vehicle Scanning Systems over a five-year period, with five separate one-year ordering periods.

• Systems must be new, commercially available, and in commercial production.

• Systems must be relocatable, readily deployable, and have self-contained mobile capability.

• Key functionalities include integrated image capture, storage, and analysis; license plate reading (LPR); material discrimination; and data integration/transfer.

• Requirements cover operational environment (temperature, humidity, weather), system setup, operator requirements, and image quality.

• Specific requirements include compliance with various federal regulations, national standards, and DHS/CBP directives.

• Scanning rate: 150 vehicles per hour or more.

• Operational Environment: -30°C to 50°C (Threshold), -40°C to 60°C (Objective); 98% humidity; up to 40 mph winds; capable of operating in rain, sleet, freezing rain, snow, and blowing sand.

• Setup time: Within 20 minutes at environmental temperatures.

• Real-Time Imaging delay: No more than three seconds.

• LPR accuracy: 90.0% (T) / 95.0% (O) for license plate reading in day/night conditions.

• Reliability: Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of no less than 1000 hours or 8000 scans; operating life of no less than 10 years.

• Availability: Minimum requirements range from 90% to 96% depending on location.

• Customer Wait Time (CWT) for system restoration.

• Period of Performance (PoP): 5 years, with 5 separate 1-year ordering periods.

• Deployment: Primarily along the Southwest Border within the United States and other CBP locations as designated.

• Computer security measures, including user accounts, password policies, account lockout, and session termination.

• Information Technology (IT) security adherence to DHS and CBP policies.

• Personal Identity Verification (PIV) of contractor personnel.

• Supply Chain Risk Management.

• Warranty: Minimum five-year Failure Free total system warranty.

• Training: System and operator training, including manuals and materials.

• Technical Documentation: Including System User's Manual, Maintenance/Service Manual, and Contractor Technical Documentation.

• Quality Assurance and Testing: Including Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT).

• Radiation Safety: Compliance with relevant standards and provision of radiological survey reports.

• Configuration Management.

• On-Demand Services: Including technology refresh, maintenance, and support services.

• Hazardous Materials handling and safety plans.

• Weatherproofing and environmental resilience of mobile units.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment 4) for Solicitation Number 70B03C26R00000045. It is designed to gather feedback on a contractor's past performance from entities that have knowledge of their work. This information will be used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) as part of the source selection process.

• Contractor Information: Fields to record the contractor's name, contract number, period of performance, dollar value, and a description of the product or service provided.
• Evaluator Information: Fields for the name and email of the individual completing the questionnaire.
• Performance Assessment: A rating system (Superior, Satisfactory, Unsatisfactory) for the contractor's performance in key areas:
  • Ability to meet requirements
  • Timeliness of product delivery
  • Ability to resolve timeline problems
  • Quality of shipments (packing, marking, etc.)
  • Overall rating of performance (requirements, schedule, price)
• Comments: Space for detailed narratives to support the ratings.

Potential bidders should be aware that their past performance will be evaluated using this questionnaire. They should ensure that entities familiar with their work are prepared to complete this form accurately and provide detailed, positive feedback. Bidders should also understand the specific criteria (performance, timeliness, quality, overall rating) that will be assessed. The completed questionnaires are considered source selection sensitive information.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Solicitation Attachment Three, the Proposal Pricing Schedule for RFP 70B03C26R00000045: NII RPVSS IDIQ. Bidders must use this schedule to provide their pricing for the required items and services.

• Line Items: Includes Relocatable Passenger Vehicle Scanning Systems, Training Development, Operator Training, Training Laptops, Document/Manual Development, Shipping/Freight Charges, and On-Demand Services.
• Ordering Periods: Pricing is broken down across five Ordering Periods (OP1 to OP5).
• Units: Quantities are specified by unit (EA for Each, AU for Lot/Assortment).
• Unit Price & Subtotals: Fields for Unit Price and Subtotal for each line item per ordering period.
• On-Demand Services (CLIN 70): Pricing for these services is estimated at $4,000.00 per event for proposal evaluation purposes, with the final price to be negotiated at the Task Order level. Subtotals for this CLIN are capped per ordering period.
• Totals: Includes Ordering Period Totals and a Proposal Grand Total.

This pricing schedule is critical for bidders to accurately calculate and submit their proposed costs. It outlines the specific items and services for which pricing is required, the quantities expected across multiple ordering periods, and the format for presenting this financial information. The details on On-Demand Services and shipping are particularly important for comprehensive cost estimation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a solicitation/contract/order form (SF-1449) for commercial products and services. It serves as the primary document for the solicitation, outlining key contract details, submission requirements, and terms.

• Solicitation Number: 70B03C26R00000045
• Issue Date: 03/09/2026
• Offer Due Date: 04/01/2026, 5:00 PM EDT
• NAICS Code: 334517 (Size Standard: 1,200 Employees)
• Item: Passenger Vehicle Scanning Sys IDIQ
• Quantity: 1.000 AU
• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Firm Fixed Priced (FFP) Delivery Orders.
• Minimum Guarantee: $15,000.00
• Maximum Contract Value: $200,000,000.00
• Period of Performance: Ordering period of 60 months from award, with Delivery Orders having a 12-month performance period beyond the ordering period.

This form is critical for potential bidders as it contains the solicitation number, offer due date, and details about the item being procured. It also outlines the contract type (IDIQ), minimum guarantee, maximum contract value, and the period of performance, all of which are essential for understanding the scope and potential value of the opportunity. Bidders must complete specific blocks (12, 17a, 17b, 23, 24, 30a, 30b, 30c) and provide their SAM UEI number. The form also references numerous FAR and HSAR clauses that will govern the contract.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This SOW establishes an Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Relocatable Passenger Vehicle Scanning Systems (RPVSS) to enable U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to perform effective and efficient scanning of passenger cars and other light vehicles at high-throughput environments like border crossings. The system aims to detect anomalies such as explosives, drugs, and currency using low-dose X-ray, allowing occupants to remain in the vehicle.

• Procure approximately 100 RPVSS units over a five-year period, with five separate one-year ordering periods.

• Systems must be new, commercially available, and in commercial production.

• Systems must be relocatable, readily deployable, and self-contained mobile units.

• Capable of scanning 150 vehicles per hour or more.

• Capable of scanning entire vehicles in seconds.

• Operate in temperatures from -30°C to 50°C (Threshold) and -40°C to 60°C (Objective).

• Operate in high humidity (98%) and winds up to 40 mph, and in various weather conditions (rain, sleet, snow, blowing sand).

• Include features like License Plate Reader (LPR) system, Integrated Data Package (IDP) export, and data integration capabilities.

• Provide comprehensive support including installation, training, maintenance, and warranty.

• Scanning rate: 3 to 10 mph vehicle speed, 150+ vehicles per hour throughput.

• Operational Availability (Ao): Minimum 90-96% depending on location.

• Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF): Minimum 1000 hours or 8000 scans.

• Customer Wait Time (CWT): Defined based on Ao requirements.

• Radiation dose equivalent to scanned individuals: Max 25 uR/scan (Threshold), 10 uR/scan (Objective).

• IDIQ contract period: 5 years, with 5 separate 1-year ordering periods.

• Deployment locations: Primarily along the Southwest Border within the United States and other CBP locations as designated.

• Compliance with numerous Federal regulations, national standards, and DHS/CBP documents (e.g., radiation safety, IT security, Section 508).

• Robust IT security measures, including user account management, password policies, and auditing.

• Supply Chain Risk Management Plan.

• Personal Identity Verification (PIV) for contractor personnel.

• Weatherproofing and environmental resilience for mobile units.

• Comprehensive warranty (minimum five-year Failure Free total system warranty).

• Detailed technical documentation and reporting requirements.