ContractSources Sought

UAS Controlled Via Fiber Optic Cable

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE RFI2025001
Response Deadline
Dec 23, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
No Set aside used
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is seeking vendors capable of producing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) that are controlled via fiber optic cable and compliant with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify potential suppliers who can meet these specifications, emphasizing the need for UAS that operate effectively between the aircraft and the Ground Control Station (GCS). The procurement is crucial for enhancing operational capabilities in surveillance and reconnaissance missions. Interested parties, both small and large businesses, must submit capability statements by December 23, 2025, and direct any questions regarding the RFI in writing by December 10, 2025, to Brian Ames at bames@fbi.gov.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
336411
Aircraft Manufacturing
PSC Code
1550
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Fibor Optic UAS RFI.docx
Word197 KBNov 20, 2025
AI Summary
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather details on Fiber Optic Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a request for proposal or quote. The FBI seeks to identify vendors capable of supplying NDAA-compliant UAS that operate via fiber optic cable between the UAS and the Ground Control Station (GCS). Interested small and large businesses are requested to submit capability statements by December 23, 2025, providing company information, evidence of technical ability, GSA Schedule details, and any assumptions or questions. Submissions should be succinct, unclassified, and address the FBI's requirements, while avoiding proposals, past performance details, or requests for award consideration. Questions about the RFI must be submitted in writing by December 10, 2025.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedNov 20, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineDec 23, 2025
expiryArchive DateJan 7, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Sub-Tier
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Office
FBI - REDSTONE ARSENAL

Point of Contact

Name
Brian Ames

Place of Performance

Huntsville, Alabama, UNITED STATES

Official Sources