SETA AI/ML Support Services Extension
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 Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) is extending an existing task order (70RSAT23FR0000088) with Noblis, Inc. for Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support for Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) efforts. This is a sole-source modification to prevent a gap in critical services while a competitive recompete for these support needs is finalized. The extension is for nine months, from June 3, 2026, to March 2, 2027.
Purpose & Scope
The extension ensures continued technical and management support for the S&T Screening at Speed Program and partner programs. This includes providing subject matter expertise, project and algorithm evaluation, and certification readiness support for AI/ML initiatives. Key deliverables involve scientific and technical expertise, analysis, program execution support for S&T's collaboration with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), development and transition of specific screening technologies, and support for prototype deployment and testing for major events like the FIFA World Cup, America 250, and the 2028 Summer Olympics.
Contract Details
- Contractor: Noblis, Inc.
- Contract Type: Time and Materials
- Period of Performance: 9-month extension (June 3, 2026 – March 2, 2027)
- Total Task Order Value: The total obligation will increase to $5,118,880.74.
- Product Service Code: R408 (Program Management/Support Services)
Justification & Set-Aside
This action is a Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition, executed as a sole-source modification under FAR 6.103-1 (FAR Class Deviation 25-11). The justification cites the unique qualifications of Noblis, Inc. and the critical need to avoid a service gap. Unforeseen delays, including a Federal Government Shutdown in FY2026, impacted acquisition planning for the recompete. Market research for the competitive recompete is underway, with an RFI having closed on May 12, 2026, receiving 73 responses.
Action Items
This is a justification for an existing contract modification and not a solicitation. No proposals or responses are being sought from the public at this time. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for future competitive solicitations related to the recompete of these services. For general inquiries, contact Jennifer K. Koons at Jennifer.Koons@hq.dhs.gov.