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The Opioid Detection Challenge, led by the Department of Homeland Security and its partnering federal agencies, calls on innovators in a wide range of fields, from forensic science to industrial quality assurance to artificial intelligence, to submit novel, well developed plans for tools and technologies to detect opioids in the international mail, specifically parcels.

The deadline for submissions is 4:59 PM EDT on April 24, 2019. Please submit at least one hour before the deadline to ensure your completed submission is received.

This form is best viewed using Chrome, Firefox, or Internet Explorer 10 or higher. To prevent the loss of any entered information, please save the form as a draft prior to attaching any files or editing your team contact information. When submitting, please do not reload the form or exit the browser until you see a message confirming we have received your submission.

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Submission Abstract

Submission Title *

Provide the title of your submission. (10 words maximum)

Submission headline *

Provide a one-sentence “elevator pitch” description summarizing your solution. (15 words maximum)

Submission abstract *

Describe your solution, how it will help the government better detect opioids in international mail parcels and what technologies it includes. (150 words maximum)

Technology

What is the primary technology that your solution will use? *

(5 words maximum)

Please describe the methodology by which your solution proposes to detect opioids, detailing both the approach and technologies it incorporates, as well as the aspects of the parcel it will analyze. *

For example, weight, packaging appearance, handwriting, etc. (550 words maximum)

Please describe any indicators of the feasibility of your solution. *

For example, working solutions to date, comparable devices/technologies in the market, test results for accuracy, etc. (300 words maximum)

Performance

Describe the physical form(s) of opioid(s) your solution would be capable of detecting and the level of purity of opioids that could be detected. *

For example, powdered opioids, capsules, specific drugs, etc. (100 words maximum)

What types of packaging materials would the solution be able to effectively and nonintrusively inspect? *

For example, cardboard boxes, mylar pouches, vacuum-sealed bags, etc. (100 words maximum)

How much time would it take for the solution to perform an inspection? *

Please specify in terms of speed for an inspection and number of parcels included in an inspection. (100 words maximum)

User Experience

Describe how an operator would interact with your solution. How will your solution present the results of the detection to the operator? *

(100 words maximum)

Describe how you might train operators when implementing your solution. Please include details of any judgement or interpretation required by the operator and the training resources required. *

(100 words maximum)

How much training would you anticipate operators needing to be proficient in your solution? *

In hours. Please select one.

0-2
2-5
5-10
10-15
15+

System Design Considerations

Describe how you envision your solutions integrating within the current mail sorting and inspection process. *

See the Additional Resources page for further information about the mail processing environment. (100 words maximum)

If selected to participate in Stage 2, how might you use the prize money, time and access to mentorship to improve your solution’s measurable performance? *

Please comment on speed and accuracy specifically. (150 words maximum)

What additional resources, if any, would you need to develop your solution into a functional prototype?

(150 words maximum)

How, if at all, might your solution scale over time to other threats, such as new opioids, other controlled substances, explosives, counterfeit pharmaceuticals, etc.? *

(300 words maximum)

Team

Please list all team members and characterize the team’s experience, strengths and commitment. *

Characterizations could include explanations of proficiencies needed for creating a prototype, previous challenge submissions, educational backgrounds, personal experiences, access to resources and mentors, etc. (350 words maximum)

Entrant Profile

I am applying on behalf of… *

Please select one.

Myself
A legal entity

If you answered “Myself” please disclose whether you are a domestic entrant (U.S. citizen or permanent resident) or an international entrant (non-U.S. citizen or non-permanent resident).

Please select one.

Domestic entrant
International entrant

If you answered “A legal entity” please provide the name of the entity below.

(10 words maximum)

If you answered “A legal entity” please disclose whether your entity is a domestic entrant (headquartered in the U.S.), or an international entrant (not headquartered in the U.S.).

Please select one.

Domestic entrant
International entrant

Visual Asset

Upload a visual asset (e.g., visual sketch, technical specification, video, etc.) that illustrates the specifications and functionality of your proposed solution. *

Accepted upload file formats include: .ppt, .pdf, .mp4, .mov, .jpg, .png; 50 MB max. Documents should be no more than 5 pages.

Optional: Additional attachment.

Accepted upload file formats include: .ppt, .pdf, .mp4, .mov, .jpg, .png; 50 MB max. Documents should be no more than 5 pages.

Third-Party Works

Does your solution rely on any third-party data sources, resources, content or technology? *

Please select one.

Yes, and I affirm that appropriate documentation for all licenses and releases can be supplied upon the request of Luminary Labs.
No.

If yes, please describe these works below.

(200 words maximum)

Optional: Challenge Communication

How did you find out about the Challenge?

Please share any details that may help us improve outreach efforts for future challenges. (25 words maximum)

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Opportunities for collaboration

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Submission Checklist

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I attest that if I am selected as a finalist and accept the associated Stage 1 cash prize, I agree to participate in any potential activities associated with Stage 2, to be exercised at the discretion of DHS and its partnering federal agencies. I understand that this may include the further development of plans into prototypes with guidance from a panel of expert mentors, testing, demonstration and other activities.*
I have read and understand the Official Rules, Terms and Conditions, and fully agree to them.*
I am an individual and/or represent a team, or I represent a private entity that meets all eligibility criteria as stated in the Official Rules, Terms and Conditions.*
I did not receive assistance from the judges associated with the Challenge when preparing this submission.*
This submission would not create a safety hazard or require special handling. (e.g., complex radiation-emitting device that is not easily shielded).*
This solution is not “intrusive” and requires no altering or pretreating the parcel (e.g., heating it, dousing it in a chemical or powder, etc.)*

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