Technical Support Services for the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Joint Program Office (JPO)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is conducting market research to identify qualified firms capable of providing Technical Support Services for the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Joint Program Office (JPO). This Sources Sought notice aims to determine industry capability and whether the requirement should be classified as commercial or non-commercial. Responses are due February 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide multi-modal technical assistance and support for ITS research, development, and deployment. Key areas of expertise include:
- ITS Subject Matter Expertise: V2X connectivity, Cyber-Physical Systems (IT/OT), and computing technologies (IoT, Edge, Cloud).
- Emerging Technologies: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Digital Twins, and Virtual/Augmented Reality.
- Security & Data: Cybersecurity (Zero-trust, SCMS), data management, analytics, and governance.
- Systems Engineering: Application of the V-Model, Agile methodologies, and Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE).
- Program Activities: Prototypes, Proof of Concepts (PoCs), deployment evaluations, professional capacity building (training), and communications/outreach.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM (Noon) ET
- Published: February 2, 2026
- PSC: AS11 (Transportation R&D Services)
Evaluation
Capability statements will be used to assess the breadth of industry expertise and determine the acquisition strategy, including potential small business participation. The government is also seeking feedback on the scope and commerciality of the requirement.
Additional Notes
Submissions are limited to 15 pages in PDF format. Capability statements must include company details, socioeconomic status, and relevant GSA/OASIS+ contract numbers if applicable. This is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.