BIOMETRIC TACTICAL COLLECTION DEVICES

The Biometric Tactical Collection Devices program, part of the Army's Communications and Electronics Equipment category, focuses on enhancing identity intelligence and force protection operations. This initiative centers around the Next Generation Biometric Collection Capability (NXGBCC), which will replace the older Biometric Automated Toolset-Army (BAT-A) system. The primary goal is to procure, test, field, and sustain advanced biometric collection devices that utilize commercial technology for a software-based solution. These devices are designed to collect, submit, and match various biometric modalities such as face, finger, iris, and voice.

The NXGBCC program aims to support joint forces in conducting force protection and military intelligence activities. This includes identifying combatants, managing enemy prisoners of war, and accounting for detainees, displaced persons, and refugees during large-scale combat operations. By providing a more efficient means of biometric data collection and analysis, the program seeks to enhance operational readiness and security measures across various military engagements.

For Fiscal Year 2025, the program plans to deploy new devices while also covering training personnel on these systems and fielding them effectively within operational units. Additionally, it includes costs associated with software licenses for devices procured in previous years. The overarching aim is to ensure that the Army remains equipped with state-of-the-art technology to meet evolving security challenges efficiently.

The Biometric Tactical Collection Devices program represents a strategic investment in modernizing the Army's biometric capabilities. By transitioning from outdated systems to more advanced solutions like NXGBCC, the Army aims to maintain a technological edge in identity verification processes critical for both domestic and international operations.