Request for Information for Artificial Intelligence Visible Firearm Detection Software
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SUMMARY
KEY REQUIREMENTS
TIMELINE
RFI Release: August 13th, 2026
Questions Due: August 20th, 2026 at 2:00pm EST
Responses Due: September 3rd, 2026 at 2:00pm EST
QUESTION DEADLINE
CONTACTS
Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone
Additional decision-makers and their departments
Issuing Agency
Maryland Transit Administration
DESCRIPTION
The agency is seeking information from vendors regarding commercially available artificial intelligence software capable of detecting visible firearms through existing video surveillance systems. The market research will assess vendor capabilities, implementation methodologies, compatibility with the agency’s existing video surveillance infrastructure, cybersecurity and privacy considerations, and compliance with applicable Criminal Justice Information Services Security Policy requirements.
Areas of interest include AI-based visible firearm detection, integration with existing IP cameras and video management systems, real-time alerts, optional human verification, mobile and desktop notifications, software updates, technical support, and operator training. The software may be deployed across rail stations, subway stations, bus facilities, maintenance facilities, administrative buildings, parking facilities, and other critical infrastructure.
The agency also seeks information regarding implementation requirements, industry best practices, lifecycle costs, and software licensing models. Vendors must submit all questions no later than August 20, 2026, and responses are due by September 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- Submissions are due September 3, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 20, 2026.
- Who issued this RFP?
- It was issued by Maryland Transit Administration. The work is located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- AI video analytics and firearm detection software provider
- Experience integrating solutions with IP cameras and video management systems
- Expertise in real-time alerting and optional human verification workflows
- Demonstrated cybersecurity, privacy, and CJIS Security Policy compliance experience
- Capability to support deployments across transportation and critical infrastructure facilities
- Established software implementation, technical support, training, and lifecycle management services
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