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This Other Transaction Solicitation (OTS) Call 70RSAT20R00000021 – Language Translator is a technical call issued under Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Science & Technology Directorate (S&T), S... This Other Transaction Solicitation (OTS) Call 70RSAT20R00000021 – Language Translator is a technical call issued under Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Science & Technology Directorate (S&T), Silicon Valley Innovation Program (SVIP), 5-Year Innovation Other Transaction Solicitation (OTS), HSHQDC-16-R-B0005 (current issue). The OTS describes the overarching program details whereas the call describes the specific problem set. For this technical call, DHS is interested in a small handheld device that, when activated, allows the user to interpret a variety of languages quickly, to allow members to carry on two-way conversations in multiple languages. This allows immediate communication between parties, and the conversations are recorded for future playback. This device, once deployed, would work to automatically identify the language, translate and display the conversation in real-time. The translation results should also be displayed on a screen for responders and other parties to see so they can understand each other more quickly and accurately. A technology that is fast, accurate and easy to understand and operate would significantly improve U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) mission capabilities. We advise that you read the documents associated with this Call: Technical Call: Provides the use cases, problem sets, constraints, technical and programmatic requirements and other pertinent submission information. Application: You must complete the application template provided with this call to be considered for award. How to Apply and FAQs: Gives you an overview of the Silicon Valley Innovation Program, how to apply and provides answers to questions we have received. The call is open through 12:00 PM PT 2/20/2021. Applications will be accepted on a continuous, rolling basis. Applications and Application resubmissions received after the closing date/time will not be considered for review. DHS S&T will evaluate applications three (3) times on a quarterly basis. The quarterly deadlines for submitting an application are: 6/22/2020, 10/20/2020 and 2/20/2021. Applications must be submitted prior to a quarterly deadline to be evaluated in the respective quarterly review cycle. Please complete the Language Translator Application and submit to dhs-silicon-valley@hq.dhs.gov prior to the deadlines. Please also check this site for updates to the Call.