Multi-Domain Force Applications and Traffic Management for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (M-FAT)
ID: FA8750-25-S-7004Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8750 AFRL RIKROME, NY, 13441-4514, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AC12)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/5892686931194bb08777f56ab585e7c0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is seeking innovative research proposals under the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA8750-25-S-7004, titled "Multi-Domain Force Applications and Traffic Management for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (M-FAT)." The primary objective is to enhance Counter-small Unmanned Aerial System (C-sUAS) capabilities, focusing on advancements in Electronic Warfare, Cyberspace Operations, Command and Control Automation, and UAS Traffic Management systems. This initiative is critical for improving defense mechanisms against small unmanned aerial threats and ensuring the safe integration of unmanned aircraft into airspace. The total estimated funding for this BAA is approximately $499 million, with individual awards ranging from $500,000 to $20 million, and proposals are accepted until August 4, 2030. Interested parties should submit white papers as initial submissions and can direct inquiries to Tristen Carrig at tristen.carrig@us.af.mil or Amber Buckley at amber.buckley@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tristen Carrig
    (315) 330-2558
    tristen.carrig@us.af.mil
    Amber Buckley
    amber.buckley@us.af.mil
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    BAA 25-04 synopsis v9.docx
    The Department of the Air Force's Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA8750-25-S-7004, titled "Multi-Domain Force Applications and Traffic Management for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (M-FAT)," seeks innovative research to enhance Counter-small Unmanned Aerial System (C-sUAS) capabilities. The BAA, open until August 4, 2030, with suggested submission dates for various fiscal years, focuses on advancements in Electronic Warfare, Cyberspace Operations, Command and Control Automation, Low-Collateral Defeat, and communications. Key objectives include developing cyberspace countermeasures, improving C2 for swarm attacks, advancing sensor technologies, and enhancing UAS Traffic Management (UTM) systems. The total estimated funding is $499M, with individual awards ranging from $500K to $20M, and potential for awards up to $99M. Multiple award types are anticipated, including contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, and other transactions. Foreign participation is generally closed, with exceptions for fundamental research or entities with approved Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI) mitigation plans. White papers are accepted as initial submissions, with formal proposals by invitation only, and evaluations will consider scientific/technical merit, contribution to the Air Force mission, related experience, solution maturity, and cost realism. All submissions are subject to Security Risk Reviews.
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