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Homeland Security

CBP Releases RFP For Multi-Energy Portal System

By Cal Biesecker

Monday, August 24th, 2020

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CBP Releases RFP For Multi-Energy Portal System

OSI Systems' drive-through Z Portal NII system used by CBP. These systems are currently used for secondary screening applications in some locations. Photo: Rapiscan

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) last Friday released the Request for Proposal (RFP) for non-intrusive inspection (NII) systems that will allow vehicles to be safely driven through the portal so that the driver and anyone else in the cab of a truck is not exposed to harmful radiation and the system switches to a higher-energy level to scan the cargo area for contraband and illicit items. The RFP originally was expected to be issued in June. CBP plans to acquire…

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