Smiths Detection FY 2025 DOT Solicitation for Large Parcel X-Ray Purchase

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Office of Security is procuring a large parcel X-ray security screening system specifically from Smiths Detection, including delivery, installation, maintenance, and removal of existing equipment. The procurement seeks one HI-SCAN 100100V-2is X-ray machine with advanced specifications including dual 160kV generators, 39" x 39" tunnel dimensions, and compatibility with existing DOT and FAA operator interfaces for screening personal items, packages, and mail at DOT facilities. Only authorized Smiths Detection resellers are eligible to participate due to the agency's need for standardized equipment and existing staff training on Smiths Detection systems. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror following a competitive evaluation among qualified resellers. Proposals must be submitted via email by 11:00 PM Eastern Time on August 24, 2025, with delivery and installation required within 90 days of contract award and installation completed within 168 hours of delivery.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside, restricting competition to small businesses with fewer than 1,250 employees who are authorized Smiths Detection equipment resellers. The contract includes a base period from September 29, 2025, through September 28, 2026, with four additional option years for maintenance services requiring 95% system uptime. While the total contract value is not specified in the documents, the procurement covers the initial X-ray system acquisition plus up to four years of optional maintenance and support services. The equipment will be installed at DOT Headquarters in Washington, DC, replacing the existing X-ray screening system. Market research conducted by DOT included outreach to other manufacturers, but only Rapiscan responded and their qualifications were deemed insufficient, supporting the brand-name justification for Smiths Detection equipment.