SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR THE DEVCOM ARMAMENTS CENTER KINETIC COUNTER-UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS (C-UAS) INDUSTRY DAY
ID: W15QKN-26-X-1AQ0Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS WEAPONS (1095)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/110a423c625642d98f5722a9f441abcd/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Army Contracting Command-New Jersey is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for the development of kinetic Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) as part of its ongoing market research efforts. The Army seeks to identify potential sources capable of providing innovative solutions to address the evolving threats posed by unmanned aerial systems, which require adaptable and effective defensive capabilities. This initiative is critical for safeguarding personnel and infrastructure against hostile UAS activities, ensuring the Army maintains its technological edge in modern warfare. Interested companies must register for the Industry Day event scheduled for March 24, 2026, at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ, and submit their registration forms and company overviews by March 6, 2026, to the designated contacts, Qendresa Neza and Nicole Thalmann, via email.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Qendresa Neza
    qendresa.neza.civ@army.mil
    Nicole Thalmann
    nicole.l.thalmann.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    Attachment 1 Industry Day Registration.xlsx
    The provided document outlines the required information for participation in an Industry Day focused on Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS). It serves as a solicitation for companies to submit their details, including company name, address, CAGE code, full legal name (with priority order), U.S. citizenship status, and the main point of contact's information (title, email, phone). Additionally, companies are required to provide a statement describing their capabilities relevant to C-UAS. This document is a preliminary step for the government to gather information about potential contractors and their expertise in the C-UAS domain, likely preceding a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) or similar procurement process.
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