Helium Rehabilitation, Requalification, and Maintenance
ID: RecertFY25Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONAIR AND MARINE CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

PSC

INSPECTION- GROUND EFFECT VEHICLES, MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAILERS, AND CYCLES (H323)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ed54620bc513498cbd34d9ba7e8c57b7/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking qualified vendors for a contract focused on helium rehabilitation, requalification, and maintenance of helium tube trailers. The primary objective of this procurement is to provide contracted labor services that will support the management and maintenance of operational needs related to tethered aerostat radar and tactical surveillance systems, which are crucial for monitoring illicit activities along the U.S.-Mexico border and surrounding areas. This initiative underscores CBP's commitment to maintaining effective surveillance capabilities while adhering to safety and regulatory standards as outlined by the U.S. Department of Transportation and CGA guidelines. Interested vendors must submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) by April 28, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Somer Nastick at somer.nastick@cbp.dhs.gov.

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    Somer Nastick
    somer.nastick@cbp.dhs.gov
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    RFI Helium Rehabilitation Requalification Maintenance.pdf
    The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) focused on helium rehabilitation, requalification, and maintenance specifically for helium trailers. This RFI seeks vendor insights to support ongoing operations, particularly related to surveillance technologies used for monitoring illicit activities along the U.S.-Mexico border and surrounding areas. The CBP requires contracted services to manage and maintain the operational needs of tethered aerostat radar and tactical surveillance systems. The document outlines a comprehensive Statement of Work (SOW) that specifies two approaches for rehabilitation: a Minimal Scope involving periodic requalification and a Full Scope requiring complete refurbishment. Vendors must address specific procedures, safety regulations, and testing protocols as stipulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation standards and CGA guidelines. Responses to the RFI are due by April 28, 2025, with a Q&A period to clarify any vendor inquiries prior to submission. The proposed contract will span a base year with four optional extensions, emphasizing timeliness and compliance with federal regulations in the rehabilitation process. The initiative underscores CBP's commitment to maintaining effective surveillance capabilities while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.
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