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How to bid on Virtra System Maintenance and Refresh for Homeland Security
What Homeland Security is buying
The Department of Homeland Security, specifically Customs and Border Protection, plans to purchase Virtra system maintenance and refresh services. They intend to contract directly with Virtra, Inc. This notice is for a sole-source purchase, meaning they do not plan to seek competitive bids.
Key dates and deadlines
The notice was published on September 01, 2026. If you believe your company can meet the requirements, you must submit your detailed technical documentation by September 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. No award will be made based on responses to this notice, as it is an intent to acquire services, not a request for proposals.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is primarily for companies that can provide Virtra system maintenance and refresh services. While the agency intends to use a sole-source contract with Virtra, Inc., other firms with proven capabilities in this specific area, particularly those in the education category, may submit documentation to demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements.
How to respond
To access the original source of this opportunity, click the "View original source" link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account on the portal to view any associated documents. If you believe you can provide the required services, you must submit specific, detailed technical documentation to support your claims.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is a sole-source notice, if you choose to respond, ensure your technical documentation is highly specific and clearly demonstrates how your company can fully meet or exceed the agency's stated requirements for Virtra system maintenance and refresh. Focus on providing concrete evidence of your capabilities and past performance with similar systems. Clearly articulate why your solution is equivalent or superior to the intended sole-source provider's offerings. Remember that the government will not cover any costs incurred in preparing your response.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from US Customs and Border Protection; the original posting controls.