C-UAS Dismount
ID: FA8629-25-R-5038Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8629 AFLCMC WISK SOF/PRWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/44b512becbe44c6e985698fca53988f9/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 9, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is seeking sources capable of providing a dismounted counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) solution to enhance force protection for personnel in areas vulnerable to enemy drones. The system must autonomously detect, identify, and defeat adversary unmanned aerial systems (UAS), focusing on ensuring personnel safety during both movement and stationary operations. Key performance specifications include detection ranges of 5 to 10 kilometers, the ability to neutralize multiple targets simultaneously, and adherence to strict size and weight constraints, with a total system weight not exceeding 12 pounds. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit detailed responses, including technical specifications and rough cost estimates, by April 9, 2025, to the designated contacts, Jared Rush and Matteo Zucchi, via their provided email addresses.

Point(s) of Contact
Andrew Tillman
andrew.tillman.1@us.af.mil
Jared Rush
jared.rush@us.af.mil
Files
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Request for Information - C-UAS DISMOUNT_.pdf
Mar 26, 2025, 7:22 PM UTC
The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources capable of providing a dismounted counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) capability. This system is intended to enhance force protection for personnel operating in areas vulnerable to enemy UAS. The C-UAS should autonomously detect, identify, and defeat adversary drones, with a focus on ensuring personnel safety during movements and while stationary. Key performance specifications include detection ranges from 5 to 10 km, the capability to neutralize multiple targets, and operational efficiency within strict size and weight constraints. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit detailed responses regarding their capabilities, including technical specifications, rough cost estimates, and compliance with various regulations. The request aims to foster industry participation, with responses due by April 9, 2025. Ultimately, this RFI serves as a preliminary market research tool that does not obligate the government to procure any solutions discussed within the document.
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