Silicon Valley Innovation Program 5-Year Other Transaction Solicitation
ID: 70RSAT21R00000006Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH (AJ11)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cd912c529cf84d41b1231554008e26ea/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate seeks innovative solutions from small businesses and startups through the Silicon Valley Innovation Program (SVIP). This five-year federal contract, with a total funding of $75 million, aims to utilize the department's Other Transaction Authority to address emerging homeland security challenges. SVIP offers non-dilutive funding, flexible project structures, and access to expert guidance, focusing on rapid technology development and operational testing. Solutions are sought in cybersecurity, border security, and unmanned aerial systems, with a rigorous selection process based on technical merit and compliance. Applicants must be non-traditional government contractors, and employee numbers must be below a certain threshold. Deadlines and topics will vary, with details outlined in individual Technical Calls.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SVIP Team
    DHS-Silicon-Valley@hq.dhs.gov
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    70RSAT21R00000006 SVIP OTS 2.0 Revision 1.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate seeks innovative solutions from nontraditional government contractors through the Silicon Valley Innovation Program (SVIP). This five-year Other Transaction Solicitation (OTS) aims to address specific DHS mission requirements by issuing Topic Calls for rapid prototype development. Each Call defines technical topic areas and funding ceilings for four sequential phases, with potential for a fifth phase. Phases focus on adapting technologies, demonstrating viability, and operational testing. The evaluation criteria emphasize the technical approach, applicant capabilities, and transition potential. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, including limited prior government contracts and employee numbers. The DHS intends to award multiple OTAs per Call and reserves the right to vary the phase structure based on technology maturity. Awardees receive fixed-price funding upon achieving milestones, with potential follow-on production contracts. Applications are reviewed based on compliance and technical merit, with feedback provided to unsuccessful applicants. Key dates and deadlines will be specified in individual Topic Calls. This OTS seeks to incentivize startups and non-traditional contractors to contribute novel solutions for DHS mission requirements.
    SVIP Other Transaction Solicitation.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate seeks innovative solutions through the Silicon Valley Innovation Program (SVIP). This five-year Other Transaction Solicitation (OTS) aims to engage startups and non-traditional contractors to address homeland security challenges. With a focus on rapid technology development, SVIP offers non-dilutive funding, flexible terms, and access to homeland security experts. The OTS seeks solutions in various technical areas, including cybersecurity, border security, and unmanned aerial systems. The program structures projects into four phases, each lasting six to nine months, with potential follow-on operational testing. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, such as being non-traditional government contractors and having fewer than 200 employees. Applications are invited in response to specific Technical Calls, with selections based on technical criteria. The anticipated funding for the program is $75 million over five years. Key dates and deadlines will be outlined in individual Technical Calls.
    SVIP Other Transaction Solicitation.pdf
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