ContractCombined Synopsis/SolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

ALTA DRONE

DEPT OF DEFENSE N0017326Q5600
Response Deadline
Nov 18, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, through the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), is seeking quotations for the procurement of the ALTA DRONE, a specialized unmanned aerial system (UAS) capable of lifting over 10kg to deploy custom lidar and other tactical systems. This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and the Buy American—Free Trade Agreements clause, emphasizing the importance of sourcing equipment that meets stringent regulatory standards. The selected vendor must provide new equipment, including various drone components and accessories, with delivery and inspection occurring at the NRL's Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. Interested parties should submit their technical and price quotes via email to Andrea Graves by the specified deadline, ensuring they include their DUNS Number and Cage Code for consideration.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
336411
Aircraft Manufacturing
PSC Code
1680
MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS

Solicitation Documents

2 Files
Continuation Sheet 26Q5600.pdf
PDF64 KB11/13/2025
AI Summary
This document, N0017326P5600, is a continuation sheet detailing supplies and services for Andrea Graves, likely an offeror or contractor for a government Request for Proposal (RFP). The items listed primarily consist of drone-related equipment, including an Enterprise Drone Charger, Alta X 12S Flight Packs, various propeller sets (CW and CCW Single Motor with ActiveBlade), Cargo Landing Gear, an Alta X Short Quick Release Mount, a Toad M3 (Male Adapter), and an M4 Quick Release Receiver. Notably, it also includes an "Alta X + Pilot Pro NDAA required" item, indicating a requirement for compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act, and a 12V DC power supply. The document specifies quantities for each item, with most being single units, except for the flight packs (5 units) and CCW Single Motor Propeller Sets (2 units). This document serves as an itemized list of specialized drone components and accessories, essential for fulfilling a government contract or grant related to drone technology, with a clear emphasis on NDAA compliance.
2-A4 Statement of Needs SON - RFQ 2-A4.docx
Word17 KB11/13/2025
AI Summary
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), under the Department of War, is seeking to procure a Blue Alta-X drone by October 1, 2025. The purpose is to acquire an Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) capable of lifting over 10kg to deploy custom NRL lidar and other tactical systems. This need is supported by numerous fleet capability gaps and memoranda. The scope requires the drone to be purchasable and field-usable by NRL, compliant with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), and include a Buy American—Free Trade Agreements clause. The UAV must lift 10kg and include a 12V DC-DC regulator for payload power. Delivery and inspection will occur at the Naval Research Laboratory in Stennis Space Center, MS, with acceptance contingent on items being in full working order.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedNov 13, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineNov 18, 2025
expiryArchive DateNov 18, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Office
NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY

Point of Contact

Place of Performance

Woodinville, Washington, UNITED STATES

Official Sources