Domain Awareness Persistent Surveillance (DAPS) Helium Trailer Recertification
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking proposals from small businesses for the recertification of helium tube trailers used in persistent surveillance operations. This contract aims to enhance the agency's capabilities for wide-area detection and monitoring of illicit activities along the U.S.-Mexico border, Florida Straits, and Caribbean regions. The work will involve contracted labor services to support, manage, and maintain the trailers, which are critical for the agency's Air and Marine Operations. Interested parties should note that the Request for Quotation (RFQ) is expected to be released on June 20, 2025, with proposals due by June 25, 2025, and an estimated contract award date of June 30, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Somer Nastick at somer.nastick@cbp.dhs.gov.