Engineering Support - Sensor Mission Management System
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 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Operations (AMO) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources capable of providing Engineering Support for its Sensor Mission Management System (Minotaur). This effort aims to continue technological upgrades for airborne sensor integration, data sharing, and Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) integration across all AMO aircraft and ground command and control centers. Responses are due Friday, March 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (EST).
Purpose
This RFI is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation for a contract. Its primary goal is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their capabilities to inform future acquisition decisions. AMO seeks industry feedback, including innovative solutions and suggested procurement processes.
Scope of Work
The required engineering support services include, but are not limited to:
- Adapting and Upgrading the Minotaur Mission Processor software baseline for overland and maritime operations across all AMO aircraft and ground C2 centers.
- Integrating the Minotaur Mission Management System onto various manned and unmanned AMO aircraft (e.g., MEA, DHC-8, P-3B, UAS) and at select ground C2 centers (e.g., AMOC, CAMOC, NASOC).
- Investigating New or Promising ISR Capabilities to enhance maritime and overland surveillance operations.
- Providing Training Support for the Minotaur Mission Management System, typically 'train the trainer' sessions.
- Adapting Minotaur WatchStander Capability for Maritime Approach Surveillance Towers (MAST).
- Addressing Minotaur Mission Management System Obsolescence in coordination with sustainment activities.
- Providing Coordination and Technical Liaison support, including hosting on-site reviews and maintaining prototype systems.
Key Clarifications (from Q&A)
- The Minotaur Software baseline source code is controlled by CBP AMO and the Navy, requiring vetting for access.
- Cybersecurity is governed by DHS 4300A and CBP 1400-05D (based on NIST 800-37 and 800-53).
- Detailed information on platform specifics, latency, and bandwidth constraints may be provided in a future solicitation.
- The Government does not require current software version or technical documentation for RFI responses.
Submission Requirements
- Capability statements addressing how companies can meet the requirements are encouraged.
- Page Limit: 7 pages, including corporate capacity, understanding of the requirement, and technical/management approach.
- Formatting: 8.5" x 11" pages, 1-inch margins, 12-point Arial or Times New Roman font (8-point for tables/illustrations), single spacing.
- Questions Due: Friday, March 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (EST) via email.
- Responses Due: Friday, March 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (EST) via email.
- Contact: Brenda Mealer (brenda.mealer@cbp.dhs.gov). Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (open to all qualified sources)
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (EST)
- Published: March 11, 2026 (RFI), March 16, 2026 (Q&A)
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government to award a contract or pay for information submitted.