Request for Information (RFI) for Long Range Tactical (LRT) Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), PMA-263
ID: 243-25-015Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMANDPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, USA

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

PSC

UNMANNED AIRCRAFT (1550)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/92942af4667f42b889bba7b675f8b1ae/view
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    Posted Feb 13, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Feb 13, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 15, 2025, 3:59 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Systems Command, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) regarding Long Range Tactical (LRT) Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) under the PMA-263 program. This opportunity aims to gather insights and capabilities from industry stakeholders to inform the development and procurement of advanced unmanned aircraft systems that meet the operational needs of the Navy. The LRT UAS is critical for enhancing surveillance, reconnaissance, and operational effectiveness in various military applications. Interested parties are encouraged to reach out to Heather Buckler at heather.m.buckler.civ@us.navy.mil or Kristen Ferro at kristen.w.ferro.civ@us.navy.mil for further information and to participate in this sources sought notice.

Point(s) of Contact
Heather Buckler
heather.m.buckler.civ@us.navy.mil
Kristen Ferro
kristen.w.ferro.civ@us.navy.mil
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