First Responder Technologies under SAVER project.
ID: 70RSAT25RFI000008Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONSSCI TECH ACQ DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20528, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fae79f2b5c104b3b8d0f61e9f8496fb1/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Feb 4, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 9, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking information on commercially available first responder technologies as part of its System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) program. This initiative aims to gather market research on specific technology areas, including fixed-position radiation monitoring systems, telemedicine for emergency medical services, ballistic helmets, personal cooling systems, drones, 3D indoor mapping, video analytics for weapons detection, unmanned underwater vehicles, and radiation simulation systems. The information collected will assist emergency response agencies in selecting and procuring essential equipment, ensuring alignment with established DHS equipment listings. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their responses by April 9, 2025, and can contact Norman Kaufmann at norman.kaufmann@hq.dhs.gov or Mohammed Rizki at mohammed.rizki@hq.dhs.gov for further details.

Point(s) of Contact
Norman Kaufmann
norman.kaufmann@hq.dhs.gov
Mohammed Rizki
mohammed.rizki@hq.dhs.gov
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70RSAT25RFI000008 - RFI 1-6-2025.pdf
Jan 7, 2025, 5:04 PM UTC
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather details on commercially available technologies for emergency responders for its System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) program. The RFI aims to research indoor localization and tracking technologies, as well as identify vendors related to various first responder technologies such as radiation detectors, telemedicine, and AI weapon detection systems. This RFI, posted on January 8, 2025, with responses due by March 9, 2025, is strictly for market research and does not constitute a request for proposals or a binding contract. Respondents are encouraged to provide detailed information about their technologies through a specified online survey. The information collected may influence future procurement decisions and be published in SAVER documents, emphasizing the emphasis on operationally relevant, practitioner-oriented assessments in the context of emergency response equipment selection. All submissions become federal property and are not returned, highlighting the RFI’s role in strategic planning without any associated costs to the government.
SAVER Program_RFI_ 70RSAT25RFI000008 UpdateFeb4.pdf
Feb 4, 2025, 8:06 PM UTC
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at gathering market research on commercially available first responder technologies under its System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) program. The RFI seeks detailed information on specific technology areas, including fixed-position radiation monitoring systems, telemedicine for emergency services, ballistic helmets, personal cooling systems, drones, 3D indoor mapping, video analytics for weapons detection, unmanned underwater vehicles, and radiation simulation systems. Responses are to be submitted by April 9, 2025, and will aid in the evaluation of potential technologies for emergency responder missions. The information collected will support agencies in selecting and procuring vital equipment, with a focus on ensuring the technologies align with established DHS equipment listings. The RFI emphasizes that it is solely for information purposes, not a solicitation for proposals, and any proprietary data must be properly marked by respondents. This initiative reflects DHS's commitment to enhancing emergency response capabilities nationwide through the application of innovative technologies.
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