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By Cal Biesecker

Tuesday, November 1st, 2022

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Contract Awards

Leidos Receives Potential $55M TSA Contract for HAZMAT Services The Transportation Security Administration has awarded Leidos [LDOS] a potential $55 million contract to continue providing hazardous materials (HAZMAT) management and disposal services at more than 430 federalized airports. The contract has a nine-month base period and four one-year options. Leidos has been providing HAZMAT services to TSA for more than 18 years. The company will provide regulatory support to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

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