2018 DHS S&T Directorate LRBAA

This is a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (LRBAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016.  A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), in support of the DHS Directorate of Science and Technology (S&T), will not issue paper copies of this Announcement.  DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the full proposals submitted under this announcement.  Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed.  Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information.  It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only."

AMENDMENT 13 (see attached) is being issued in order to extend the closure date/submittal date from 05/31/2024 to 06/30/2024.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Note:  The anticipated posting for the new LRBAA 24-01 is set for some time before the end of June 2024.  In addition, an exchange of information, or “Industry Day,” is tentatively set for 08/21/2024 in Washington, DC.  More information regarding registration will be provided after the LRBAA 24-01 is posted.

This is a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (LRBAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016.  A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), in support of the DHS Directorate of Science and Technology (S&T), will not issue paper copies of this Announcement.  DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the full proposals submitted under this announcement.  Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed.  Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information.  It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only."

AMENDMENT 12 (see attached) is being issued in order to extend the closure date/submittal date from 02/29/2024 to 05/31/2024.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Note:  The anticipated posting for the new LRBAA 24-01 is set for some time in the Spring of 2024.  In addition, a combination in-person and virtual exchange of information, or “Industry Day,” is tentatively set for some time in the Summer of 2024.

This is a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (LRBAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016.  A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), in support of the DHS Directorate of Science and Technology (S&T), will not issue paper copies of this Announcement.  DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the full proposals submitted under this announcement.  Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed.  Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information.  It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only."

AMENDMENT 11 (see attached) is being issued in order to extend the closure date/submittal date from 12/31/2023 TO 02/29/2024.  Please see the attached amendment and the listing for the removal of legacy topics.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Note:  The anticipated announcement date for a new LRBAA 24-01 is on or before 03/01/2024.  In addition, a combination in-person and virtual exchange of information, or “Industry Day,” is tentatively set for some time in the Spring of 2024.

This is a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (LRBAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016.  A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), in support of the DHS Directorate of Science and Technology (S&T) will not issue paper copies of this Announcement.  DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the full proposals submitted under this announcement.  Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed.  Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information.  It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only."

AMENDMENT 10 (see attached) is being issued in order to extend the closure date/submittal date from 09/30/2023 to 12/31/2023.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

This is a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (LRBAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016.  A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), in support of the DHS Directorate of Science and Technology (S&T) will not issue paper copies of this Announcement.  DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the full proposals submitted under this announcement.  Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed.  Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information.  It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only."

AMENDMENT 9 is being issued in order to extend the closure date/submittal date from 06/03/2023 to 09/30/2023 and to update the research topics.  Please see the attached amendment and the listing for the removal of legacy topics.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

This is a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (LRBAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016.  A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), in support of the DHS Directorate of Science and Technology (S&T) will not issue paper copies of this Announcement.  DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the full proposals submitted under this announcement.  Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed.  Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information.  It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only."

AMENDMENT 8 is being provided to update research topics.  Please see the attached amendment and the listing of the removal of the legacy topic.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

This is a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016. A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO) in support of the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate will not issue paper copies of this Announcement. DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the Full Proposals submitted under this Announcement. Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this Announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed. Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information. It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only".

AMENDMENT 6 is being provided to update research topics.   Please see the attached Amendment and the listing of the removal of the legacy topic. 

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

This is a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016. A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO) in support of the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate will not issue paper copies of this Announcement. DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the Full Proposals submitted under this Announcement. Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this Announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed. Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information. It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only".

AMENDMENT 5 is being provided to update research topics.   

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

This is a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016. A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO) in support of the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate will not issue paper copies of this Announcement. DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the Full Proposals submitted under this Announcement. Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this Announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed. Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information. It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only".

AMENDMENT 4 is being provided to update research topics.   

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

This is a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016. A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO) in support of the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate will not issue paper copies of this Announcement. DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the Full Proposals submitted under this Announcement. Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this Announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed. Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information. It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only".

AMENDMENT 3 is being provided to update research topics. Please also view the attachment of the removed legacy topics.  

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate announces a modernized Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (LRBAA) featuring improved communications, transparent needs, submission options, and a faster response to your submissions. The LRBAA’s purpose is to fund scientific and technical projects across a spectrum of science and engineering disciplines that significantly improves or increases a capability to the Department’s operational environment and the Homeland Security Enterprise.

This is a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.102 (d)(2) and FAR 35.016. A separate Request for Proposals (RFP) or other solicitation document will not be issued.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO) in support of the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate will not issue paper copies of this Announcement. DHS S&T reserves the right to select and fund all, some, or none of the Full Proposals submitted under this Announcement. Multiple awards are anticipated to be issued under this Announcement.

No funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs shall be allowed. Industry Engagement and proposal materials submitted under this Announcement shall not be returned. Depending on proposal markings, DHS will adhere to FAR 3.104 on handling proprietary information. It is the policy of DHS to treat all submissions as "Source Selection Information" and "For Official Use Only".