Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Electronic Baggage Screening Program (EBSP) Industry Day
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFTRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATIONSECURITY TECHNOLOGYSpringfield, VA, 20598, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (6350)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/15ad7aec9a714d14b1440c782c07d985/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hosting an Industry Day for the Electronic Baggage Screening Program (EBSP) focused on Explosive Detection Systems (EDS) qualifications. This event aims to inform potential vendors about upcoming opportunities and gather feedback on proposed innovations in air travel security technology. The Industry Day will take place on March 4, 2025, at TSA headquarters in Virginia, with attendance limited to 40 representatives, requiring registration by January 10, 2025. Interested parties should contact Jacqueline Thring at jacqueline.thring@tsa.dhs.gov or the EBSP Industry Day Inbox at EBSPIndustryDay@tsa.dhs.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jacqueline Thring
    jacqueline.thring@tsa.dhs.gov
    EBSP Industry Day Inbox
    EBSPIndustryDay@tsa.dhs.gov
    Files
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    Attachment 1-TSA PRE AWARD VETTING REQUEST.xlsx
    The TSA Security Threat Assessment Request outlines the necessary steps for evaluating individuals involved with a company as part of a security clearance process. It requires the submission of a Non-Disclosure Agreement for each person listed, emphasizing the confidentiality of the information collected. Essential details to be provided include personal information such as full name, date of birth, gender, citizenship status, Social Security number, and previous clearance status. The request also mandates the submission of details for foreign nationals, including personal identifiers and sponsor information. Ultimately, the TSA aims to thoroughly vet personnel to ensure national security, reflecting the process's alignment with federal government protocols related to Risk Management Frameworks and Security Assessments. This document clearly presents the structured requirements essential for compliance with TSA regulations, ensuring only vetted individuals engage in sensitive government activities.
    Attachment 2-Non-Disclosure Agreement 11000-6.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security's Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) establishes terms for individuals granted conditional access to sensitive information, such as Protected Critical Infrastructure Information (PCII), Sensitive Security Information (SSI), and Other Sensitive but Unclassified (SBU) information. Signers must attest to their understanding of the relevant laws and regulations that govern these categories, agree to specific safeguarding standards, and acknowledge their responsibility to prevent unauthorized disclosure. The agreement outlines procedures for handling sensitive information, obligations for returning information upon termination of access, and requirements for reporting any security breaches. Consequences for violations may include loss of access, administrative action, or legal repercussions. The NDA reinforces the importance of protecting national security interests while clarifying the rights and responsibilities of individuals accessing critical information. This document is essential in the context of federal RFPs and grants as it safeguards information pivotal to national security and the conduct of government programs.
    EBSP 2.0 Industry Day Announcement.pdf
    The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is organizing an Industry Day for the Explosive Detection System (EDS) under the Electronic Baggage Screening Program (EBSP) 2.0. The event will take place on March 4, 2025, at TSA headquarters, aimed at informing potential vendors about upcoming EDS qualifications and soliciting feedback on proposed innovations in air travel security technology. Attendance is restricted to a maximum of 40 representatives, limited to three per organization, with required registration by January 10, 2025. Participants must demonstrate relevant experience and undergo a security vetting process to access sensitive information. The TSA will review security threat assessments to permit participation and may share sensitive security information (SSI) relevant to the EDS updates. Feedback from vendors will be accepted until April 1, 2025, but the TSA does not promise responses to these submissions. This event signifies a proactive approach towards enhancing security measures in checked baggage screening, fulfilling a crucial mandate to ensure aviation safety.
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