UAS Kinetic Mitigation Capabilities and Response for the DHS Science and Technology Directorate (S&T)
ID: 70RSAT25RFI000004Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONSSCI TECH ACQ DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20528, USA

NAICS

Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing (332992)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS WEAPONS (1095)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3be35c6a2f4442b583bfc7d4bf5871ae/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to explore advancements in kinetic mitigation capabilities for countering small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS). The objective is to gather insights on systems that can effectively mitigate sUAS threats while minimizing collateral damage, with a focus on technologies such as entanglement, munitions, and directed energy. This initiative is crucial for enhancing homeland security operations against evolving UAS threats, with a kinetic demonstration event planned for summer 2025. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their technical specifications and operational concepts to the CUAS Program Support at cuasprogramsupport@hq.dhs.gov, although DHS does not guarantee contracts or compensation for submissions.

    Point(s) of Contact
    CUAS Program Support
    cuasprogramsupport@hq.dhs.gov
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    RFI 70RSAT25RFI000004 UAS Kinetic Mitigation.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) to explore advancements in kinetic mitigation capabilities for countering small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS). This initiative, managed by the Science and Technology Directorate's Office of Mission and Capability Support, aims to gather insights for a kinetic demonstration event planned for summer 2025. The RFI emphasizes the Department's focus on assessing and characterizing kinetic capabilities that minimize collateral damage and address operational deficiencies in UAS management. Respondents are invited to provide details about their systems, including technical specifications, operational concepts, and their technology readiness level (TRL). Key areas of interest include methods of sUAS mitigation such as entanglement, munitions, and directed energy technologies, while understanding the associated risks and outcomes. Submissions must outline the effectiveness and operational readiness of proposed systems, as well as their ability to engage target drones. DHS intends to evaluate responses for potential demonstration participation but does not guarantee contracts or compensation for submissions. This RFI illustrates the government's proactive approach to enhancing homeland security operations against evolving UAS threats.
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