Science and Technology (S&T)

Science and Technology (S&T)

Close: Jul 10, 2026

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) issued a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) (70RSAT26RFI000022) seeking fixed‑wing aircraft charter services to support testing and aerial deployment of a prototype large‑capacity flotation device for Mass Rescue Operations (MRO) at sea. The RFI is for market research only (not a grant or formal procurement) and requests capability statements from vendors with aircraft capable of low‑altitude, low‑speed operations and rear cargo ramp deployment. Responses are due by July 10, 2026, and the official posting is on SAM.gov.

Science and Technology (S&T)

Close: May 12, 2026

The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate is seeking professional scientific and technical assistance to support the development of advanced passenger and baggage screening technologies. This requirement specifically focuses on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science support to enhance automated image analysis software for the Transportation Security Administration. Interested parties must submit capability statements and market research responses by the specified May 2026 deadline.

Science and Technology (S&T)

Close: May 8, 2026

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Defence Research and Development Canada are conducting the 2026 Advanced Communications Experiment (ACE-CASPER) to evaluate 5G session persistence and cross-border communications using autonomous vehicles and unmanned aerial systems. The experiment involves multi-day operations along the U.S.-Canada border to validate command-and-control handoffs and real-time data interoperability for bi-national emergency response. This Sources Sought notice seeks to identify capable vendors and collect information for participation in the upcoming research experiment.