The Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Maritime Capabilities and Innovation - Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program (CSOP) General Solicitation
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) has issued a Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program (CSOP) General Solicitation for Maritime Capabilities and Innovation. This non-FAR based program seeks innovative commercial solutions to address critical challenges within DHS's maritime enterprise. However, Phase 1 submissions are currently on hold as of November 30, 2025, until further notice. Stakeholders should monitor SAM.gov for updates.
Scope of Work
DHS is seeking innovative commercial products or services relevant to its maritime missions, including homeland defense, law enforcement, border security, disaster response, counter-illicit trafficking, and critical infrastructure protection. "Innovative" is defined as any new technology, process, method, or new application of an existing one. Key Strategic Focus Areas include Maritime Technology Innovation, Program Oversight, Lifecycle Sustainment, Supply Chain Resilience, Trade Enforcement, Maritime Interdiction, and Workforce Development.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program (CSOP), Non-FAR based.
- Duration: Originally open for 12 months until August 5, 2026, with rolling submissions.
- Status: Phase 1 submissions are on hold as of November 30, 2025.
- Set-Aside: None specified. All US-based entities, including traditional and non-traditional vendors (academic, research, non-profits), are eligible.
- Max Award: Individual CSOP contracts/agreements may not exceed $25M.
- Published: November 25, 2025.
Evaluation
Submissions are evaluated on individual merit, assessing technical merit and innovation. Phase 1 involves a solution video (max 5 min) and written brief. Meritorious Phase 1 submissions may lead to Phase 2 (interviews/demos) and Phase 3 (negotiations/award). Companies must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award.
Additional Notes
An amendment (0001) placed a hold on Phase 1 submissions and revised the peer review timeline due to a backlog. DHS will issue a supplemental amendment if Phase 1 submissions reopen. All costs for preparing submissions are the responsibility of the submitting entity.