Bipartisan legislation introduced in USA to ensure DHS can procure advanced technologies

Passenger Terminal Today - Kylie Bielby

04 April 2024

United States senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Steve Daines (R-MT) have introduced bipartisan legislation to authorize the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to extend its use of a procurement tool for acquiring leading-edge technology. This procurement tool, known as Other Transaction Authority (OTA), provides DHS with the flexibility to work with the most innovative businesses, including those that have not previously contracted with the federal government. OTA has helped DHS acquire advanced technologies to assist with critical homeland security missions, including border security, aviation security and supply chain security.

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