TWIC Readers and Software Service Support
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 70Z02325RFAC20001
- Agency
- Coast Guard Department of Homeland Security
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334419 Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Washington, District of Columbia 20593, United States
- Points of contact
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- Kevin McDonald kevin.mcdonald@uscg.mil (206) 815-4464
- Jesse L. Womack jesse.l.womack@uscg.mil (206) 885-1084
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking a contractor to provide 250 mobile credential readers and comprehensive software support services to verify Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC) and Seafarer Identification Documents (SID) for field operations across the country. The procurement specifically targets handheld multi-mode biometric readers that must be on the TSA self-certified list and capable of performing one-to-one biometric matching of credential holders to stored fingerprint templates. The contract structure includes a firm-fixed-price arrangement with a one-year base period from December 2025 through November 2030, plus four optional 12-month extension periods. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical capability, past performance, and price, with technical and past performance weighted more heavily than price in determining the best value award. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on August 22, 2025, with submission required to Contracting Officers Jesse L. Womack and Tony Anakor.
This solicitation operates as a full and open competition without set-aside restrictions, though it targets NAICS code 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing) with a $16.5 million small business size standard. The primary product specified is the MozaicID Mobile Credential Reader V3 (MCR V3), though alternate TSA-certified products meeting specifications will be considered. The contract requires a 36-month extended hardware platinum warranty along with comprehensive support services including software configuration, testing, deployment, training materials, and 24/7 technical support. Key deliverables include 125 handheld biometric readers with 12-hour battery life, spare batteries, docking stations, and deployment to multiple Coast Guard sectors and marine safety units nationwide. Performance will occur primarily in Washington, DC, with deployment services extending to Coast Guard facilities across the United States including locations in Boston, New York, Alaska, and Hawaii.
Notice text
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) currently has Hand-Held Multi-Mode Biometric Readers deployed to USCG field units across the country. USCG currently has a need to purchase new biometric hand-held readers. The hand-held readers shall be used to verify that Transportation Workers Identification Credentials (TWIC) and Seafarer Identification Documents (SID) issued by foreign governments are valid and enable one-to-one biometric matches of the holder to the fingerprint template stored within the credential. To ensure USCG operational units are able to seamlessly continue to electronically authenticate, verify, and validate TWICs during MTSA facility and vessel examinations, CG-FAC-2 must obtain software and hardware product support services for the USCG’s stock of electronic TWIC Readers.
The readers must be on the approved TSA self-certified list at prior to the release of this solicitation. Please read all imponrtant information in regards tot he primary specifications that is needed for these readers. All information is provided in the solicitation and in the statement of work.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Vendor Price Summary Spreadsheet.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Statement of Work (SOW) (2025) (2).pdf | ||
| TWIC SC-QTL - List of Vendors certified Readers - 2025-0619 LS.pdf | ||
| NEW Attachment 4 - Questions or Clarifications Form.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| TWIC Readers Solicitation 70Z02325RFAC20001.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| TWIC Readers and Software Service Support | Award Notice | |
| TWIC Readers and Software Service Support | Solicitation | |
| TWIC Readers | Pre-Solicitation |
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