Advanced Research Projects Agency - ARPA- Infrastructure RFI
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Transportation's Advanced Research Projects Agency - Infrastructure (ARPA-I) has issued a Request For Information (RFI), classified as a Special Notice, seeking industry input on novel technical approaches. The RFI focuses on collecting digital evidence of cabotage and chameleon carriers using commercially available tools. Responses are due by March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
ARPA-I is interested in innovative technical approaches for digital evidence collection, specifically utilizing tools such as:
- Onboard telemetry sensors
- Geofencing tools
- Image recognition
- Carrier attribute signatures
- Digital marketplaces (load boards)
The primary goal is to identify methods for detecting and monitoring cabotage and chameleon carrier activities within the transportation sector.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request For Information (RFI) / Special Notice
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 16, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
- Published: March 2, 2026
- Product Service Code: DA10 (Support Services, Delivered As A Service Contract)
- Place of Performance: Washington, DC, United States
Evaluation
Responses to this RFI will be used for market research and planning purposes to inform ARPA-I's future acquisition strategies. This is not a solicitation for proposals and does not guarantee a future contract award.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Jason Bush, Contracting Officer, Jason.Bush@dot.gov, 202-366-4117
- Secondary Contact: Parwana Haqyar, parwana.haqyar.ctr@dot.gov, 571-866-1091