ContractSources SoughtTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Fleet Surveillance System (10 Buses)

DEPARTMENT OF STATE• 86412631015
Response Deadline
May 27, 2026
7 days left
Days Remaining
7
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Department of State’s Transportation and Fleet Management Division is seeking information from small businesses for a surveillance system for its 10-bus fleet. The work involves providing and installing a mobile, transit-grade video surveillance solution with remote access, onboard recording, and ongoing support for the fleet. Key requirements include 1080p video, continuous recording, interior audio, 14 to 30 days of onboard storage, 4G/5G cellular connectivity, web-based management, and operation in extreme temperatures, along with installation on current and future buses plus hardware warranties, software updates, technical support, and maintenance. The effort is planned as a base year with four option years and is intended for Washington, DC. Responses are due by May 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET, and the listed contact is Lisa Chang at changls@state.gov.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
334220
Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
PSC Code
5836
VIDEO RECORDING AND REPRODUCING EQUIPMENT

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Sources Sought Notice- Bus Surveillance System.docx
Word•52 KB•May 19, 2026
AI Summary
The Department of State's Transportation and Fleet Management Division (TFM) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify firms capable of providing mobile surveillance system services for its 10-bus fleet. The RFI, intended solely for market research, seeks to enhance passenger and driver safety, improve incident investigation, and enable remote video access. TFM requires a transit-grade video surveillance system with comprehensive coverage, 1080p resolution, continuous recording, 14-30 days of onboard storage, interior audio, and operation in extreme temperatures. The system must utilize 4G/5G cellular connectivity, a web-based management platform, and offer remote viewing and download capabilities. The contractor will be responsible for installation on all current and future buses, provide hardware warranties, software updates, technical support, and ongoing maintenance. The contract structure is envisioned as a Base Year with four Option Years, including initial setup and recurring services. Responses should include a company profile and address capabilities, proposed equipment, program management coordination, and past performance by May 27, 2026.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 19, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 27, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 11, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Sub-Tier
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
ACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUM

Point of Contact

Name
Lisa Chang

Place of Performance

Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES

Official Sources

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