Licenses Plate Reader (LPR) Data Access

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to explore License Plate Reader (LPR) data access technologies for law enforcement operations. The agency seeks a sophisticated LPR system with capabilities including real-time data monitoring, geospatially enabled watchlists, and advanced vehicle recognition functionalities. Potential vendors are required to submit a comprehensive 15-page whitepaper by June 5, 2025, to Amanda Boshears via email, detailing company information, bidding capabilities, and pricing estimates. The RFI is designed as a market research tool to assess source availability before potentially issuing a formal Request for Proposal (RFP). Respondents should understand that submissions are voluntary, and participation in this RFI does not guarantee future contract opportunities.

This pre-solicitation notice does not indicate any specific set-aside designations and is classified under NAICS category 519290 for Web Search Portals and Information Services. The procurement is categorized under PSC code R612 for Administrative Information Retrieval support. While specific award values are not disclosed, the system is intended to support ATF's mission of combating violent crime, including investigations into gang activity and firearms trafficking. The technology will enable comprehensive vehicle and location tracking, suggesting a potentially significant investment in advanced law enforcement data technologies. Responses will help the agency determine the market's capacity to provide a state-of-the-art LPR system with capabilities such as searching vehicles by year/make/model, conducting batch queries, exporting data in multiple formats, and providing API accessibility.