EdgeXtend

Background
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is proposing a sole source award to Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc. for the EdgeXtend+ Sit(X) Counter-UAS Test Procedures in support of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

This proprietary technology is essential for CBP operations during high-stakes events, providing specialized technological capabilities for secure and interoperable communications across various law enforcement agencies.

Work Details
The contract involves the purchase of a proprietary portable mobile command center hardware, trademarked as EdgeXtend. This technology is designed to operate effectively in denied, disrupted, intermittent, and low-bandwidth environments typical of FIFA World Cup locations.

The EdgeXtend solution enhances CBP's operational capabilities by ensuring secure communications and data integrity during critical events. Key features include:
- Seamless integration with existing IT infrastructure and communication systems.
- Compliance with stringent national security requirements for data protection and threat mitigation.
- Tailored design for real-time performance within CBP's operational protocols.

Period of Performance
July 10, 2026 — August 17, 2026

Place of Performance
Atlanta GA UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc. is the only vendor capable of providing the EdgeXtend product due to its proprietary nature and recent release as a commercial item. Other vendors do not meet government established source contracts or are not registered to conduct business with the federal government.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on prior award 47QREA21D0001-70B04C26F00000558, awarded to Booz Allen Hamilton for EdgeXtend+ Sit(X) Counter-UAS test procedures supporting the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Atlanta, GA (value $1,279,491; 07/10/26–08/17/26). The prior work involved deploying, configuring, and making operational an EdgeXtend kit with integration of SIT(X) EDGE for the same event context, indicating continuity in the same technology and integration scope for the current delivery order.