The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Knox, is preparing to issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of approximately 16 mobile X-ray baggage scanners. This initiative aims to enhance security measures at Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) by providing advanced scanning technology, classified under Hazard-Detecting Instruments and the NAICS code for Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing. The RFQ is set aside exclusively for small businesses, with the solicitation expected to be posted on SAM.gov around February 4, 2025, quotes due by March 3, 2025, and an anticipated award date of March 10, 2025. Interested parties should direct inquiries to the designated contract specialists, Adam Buchert and John Haarala, via their provided emails.