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TSA Issues RFP for Next-Generation Checkpoint Baggage Scanners

By Cal Biesecker

Friday, September 14th, 2018

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) this month opened bidding for its next-generation of carry-on baggage scanners that will be used at airport checkpoints with the promise of improving the experience for travelers and while enhancing aviation security.The Request for Proposal (RFP) is for Advanced Technology/Computed Tomography (AT/CT) systems, with AT systems representing the current technology deployed at airport checkpoints and CT systems considered the new generation.“Based on previous Department of Homeland Security and TSA efforts, TSA recognizes CT screening technology…

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