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By Cal Biesecker

Tuesday, June 9th, 2020

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TSA Seeks Quotes for Medium-Speed EDS Systems The Transportation Security Administration has issued a Request for Quote for the production, installation, integration, networking and testing of medium-speed explosive detection systems (MSEDS) at six airports. The agency is seeking up to 19 MSEDS systems in total. Currently, Smiths Detection and Leidos [LDOS] supply TSA with MSEDS, which automatically scan checked baggage for explosives. Notice ID: 70T04020Q9CAP1112. Respond by June 16. Contact: Shannon.welch@tsa.dhs.gov. CBP Interested in Agent Deployable Aerostats The Border Patrol,…

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