Developmental Testing & Evaluation (DT&E) Designations

Developmental Testing & Evaluation (DT&E) Designation provides protection during further testing or trial deployment of a technology to collect additional efficacy data necessary for a full Designation. DT&E Designation provides liability protections similar to a full Designation but with certain limitations and constraints and has a limited term for testing or evaluating the technology (presumptively not longer than 36 months). SAFETY Act liability protections associated with DT&E Designations will apply only to acts that occur during the period set forth in the particular DT&E Designation.





Company/Technology

Universal Thrive Technologies, LLC d/b/a/ THRIVE Intelligence

Approved: February 16, 2017 | Expires: March 31, 2020

Universal Thrive Technologies, LLC d/b/a/ THRIVE Intelligence, Universal Protection Service, LP, d/b/a/ Allied Universal Security Services, and Universal Protection Service, LLC, d/b/a/ Allied Universal Security Services provides Operational Intelligence Monitoring and Response Services (the “Technology”). The Technology is commercial-off-the-shelf equipment and software to provide traditional alarm monitoring (fire, burglary, and intrusion alarms) and video monitoring services. The Technology also uses commercial-off-the-shelf equipment and software to provide event-based and non-event-based video monitoring using video analytic software. The Technology includes numerous components of both Traditional Central Station Alarm Monitoring Services and Video Monitoring Services, as well as intelligence gathering, initial service-needs assessments at customer location, and the selection of commercial-off-the-shelf hardware and software and subcontractors.


Cybernance Corporation

Approved: February 01, 2017 | Expires: February 29, 2020

Cybernance Corporation provides the Cybernance Platform (the “Technology”), an enterprise-wide, web-based software solution (i.e., Software-as-a-Service), for managing and mitigating cyber risk The Technology comprises software reporting platforms that monitor and measure the maturity and resiliency of an enterprise’s cybersecurity in relation to domestic and internationally accepted frameworks and standards.


Databuoy Corporation

Approved: September 27, 2016 | Expires: October 31, 2019

Databuoy Corporation provides ShotPoint (the “Technology”). The Technology is an acoustic sensor system intended to detect gunfire and report the location through integrated third-party security systems. The incident reports are intended to assist emergency responders with decision making in an active shooter scenario.


Chesley Brown International, Inc.

Approved: July 28, 2016 | Expires: July 31, 2019

Chesley Brown International, Inc. provides Physical Security Services (the “Technology”). The Technology is physical security services including armed and unarmed security officers and security project management services for commercial facilities. The Technology includes processes to recruit, hire, train, and manage qualified personnel and all operational manuals.


K2 Solutions, Inc.

Approved: April 27, 2016 | Expires: April 30, 2019

K2 Solutions, Inc. provides Person-Borne Explosive Detector Dog Teams (“PB-EDD” or the “Technology”). The Technology detects explosives carried by individuals, e.g., in backpacks and/or clothing, by following the path of air molecules flowing from explosive material on a moving individual, and for traditional explosive detection canine team deployments to locate explosives on stationary positions. The Technology includes hiring and vetting of personnel, and policies and procedure.


Mission Manager Inc.

Approved: January 11, 2016 | Expires: January 31, 2019

Mission Manager Inc. provides Mission Manager (the “Technology”). The Technology is a web-based incident management software application designed to improve first responders’ situational awareness. It can be used for daily management and during incident response to develop a Common Operating Picture. The Technology also includes technical support, training, software updates, documentation, and online user manuals.


Battery Jack Inc. d/b/a Metal Defender (“BatteryJack”)

Approved: November 24, 2015 | Expires: December 31, 2018

Battery Jack Inc. d/b/a Metal Defender (“BatteryJack”), provides Metal Defender MD-6 Walk Through Metal Detector (the “Technology”). The Technology uses low frequency electromagnetic fields to aid in detecting metal-containing threat objects on screened individuals. The Technology makes detections by measuring disturbances in the generated electromagnetic fields due to the presence of metal. In the event of a detection, the Technology provides a visual and/or audible alarm. Included in the Technology are the Technology-related user manuals.


American Science and Engineering, Inc. ("AS&E")

Approved: August 12, 2015 | Expires: August 31, 2018

American Science and Engineering, Inc. (“AS&E”) provides the Mini Z® (the “Technology”). The Technology is hand-held screening system, which uses X-rays to detect threats such as organic material, plastic guns, ceramic knives, and explosives. The Technology also includes a 2-day training course, technical documentation and manuals, and maintenance and warranty services.


American K-9 Detection Services, LLC

Approved: July 29, 2015 | Expires: August 31, 2016

American K-9 Detection Services, LLC, iK9 Holding Company, LLC d/b/a AMK9 Academy, and ITC Security Partners, Inc., which are all wholly owned subsidiaries of ITC Capital Partners, LLC, collectively provide Domestic Explosive Detection Dog Services (the “Technology”). The Technology is designed to enable the detection of explosives and explosive materials in different settings. The Technology consists of the provision of Explosive Detection Dog-Handler Teams (“EDDs”) for domestic deployments to the U.S. Federal Government.


The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball (“MLB”)

Approved: July 21, 2015 | Expires: August 31, 2018

The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball (“MLB”) provides the MLB Security Planning, Review, and Oversight Program (the “Technology”). The Technology provides a comprehensive set of best practices for stadium security at MLB events, supported by MLB oversight and review of the security planning process.