Targeting Drones
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
W6QM MICC-FT DRUM
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
W911S226U2895
NAICS
336411 - Aircraft Manufacturing
Classification Code
1550
Additional Details
The Department of the Army, under the auspices of the W6QM MICC-FT DRUM contracting office, has issued a solicitation (Procurement Identifier: W911S226U2895) for the acquisition of low-cost, expendable targeting drones. This procurement is specifically designed to support training and evaluation activities, with an emphasis on providing complete systems that include aircraft (drones), controllers, and goggles. The primary requirement is for NDAA-compliant drones, ensuring adherence to relevant federal standards and regulations.
A key aspect of this solicitation is the distinction between expendable and non-expendable components. The drone airframes themselves must be affordable, easily replaceable, and suitable for repeated loss during training scenarios, reflecting their expendable nature. In contrast, all control equipment—including controllers and goggles—are to be non-expendable and reusable, ensuring durability and cost-effectiveness over multiple training cycles.
The procurement falls under NAICS Code 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing, 2022 version) and Product Service Code 1550, indicating a focus on aircraft and related manufacturing services. The solicitation is set aside for SBA-qualified entities, providing an opportunity for small businesses to participate in this federal contract.
The contracting entity is the W6QM MICC-FT DRUM office, a federal office within the Department of Defense and the Department of the Army. The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Chase Montgomery, who can be reached at [email protected] or by phone at 315-772-8297.
This solicitation has undergone an amendment (Amendment 1), which addressed questions received via RFIs and updated the solicitation to remove the term "sub-components" from CLIN 001. Contractors are encouraged to review the attached Questions and Answers for further clarification.
The notice was originally posted on January 4, 2026, with a response deadline of February 4, 2026. Although the notice is currently inactive, interested parties can access further details via the SAM.gov opportunity page (Opportunity ID: dcfed44868624868bf9ab52e6050af12).
Contractors evaluating this opportunity should note the focus on NDAA compliance, the requirement for expendable drone airframes, and the expectation for robust, reusable control equipment. The scope and objectives are clearly defined to support ongoing training and evaluation needs, making this an ideal opportunity for manufacturers and suppliers specializing in affordable, compliant drone systems and associated control technologies.