Drone Targets
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
FA2823 AFTC PZIO
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
FA282326Q0062
NAICS
336411 - Aircraft Manufacturing
Classification Code
1550
Additional Details
The Department of the Air Force, through the Operational Contracting Division at the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for the procurement of drone targets. This competitive Request for Quote (RFQ), identified by solicitation number FA2823-26-Q-0062, seeks to acquire a suite of drone-related commodities and associated training in accordance with the Technical Requirement Document dated July 6, 2026.
Purpose and Scope:
The primary objective of this procurement is to supply drone targets and supporting equipment for operational testing and training activities at Eglin AFB. The scope encompasses the delivery of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones), ground control stations, paired hand controllers, a launch interface, and two days of flight training at the contractor’s facility. The intended outcome is to enhance the Air Force’s capability to conduct realistic test and evaluation exercises using advanced drone technology.
Key Requirements and Deliverables:
The contract is structured into five distinct Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs):
- CLIN 0001: Drones – 10 units
- CLIN 0002: Ground Control Stations – 2 units
- CLIN 0003: Paired Hand Controllers – 2 units
- CLIN 0004: Launch Interface – 1 unit
- CLIN 0005: Training – Two days of flight training at the contractor’s facility
Offerors must specify their delivery timeframe, provide terms of any expressed warranty, and detail any price or discount terms in their proposals. The government requires FOB Destination shipping to Eglin AFB, Florida. Notably, there is an approved brand name justification for the ground control station software, which must be Mission Planner®.
Eligibility and Evaluation:
This acquisition is a Total Set-Aside for Small Business concerns under NAICS code 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), with a size standard of 1,500 employees. Only quotes from eligible small businesses will be considered; non-small business submissions will be deemed non-responsive. A firm-fixed price purchase order will be awarded to the lowest priced, responsible offeror whose proposal meets all solicitation requirements and minimum technical criteria.
Technical acceptability will be determined by verifying that the offer includes the correct items and quantities, and that supporting literature demonstrates compliance with the Technical Requirement Document. Additionally, offerors must possess an acceptable SPRS (Supplier Performance Risk System) color rating (Blue, Purple, Green, White, Black, or Green with scorable data pending) under the relevant Federal Supply Class or item category.
Administrative Details:
All offers must include the solicitation number, CAGE code, company name, point of contact, email address, and phone number. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) is mandatory for award and payment processing. Offers must be submitted in English and U.S. dollars, and prices must remain firm for 60 calendar days from the receipt deadline. No advanced payments will be made, and offerors will not be compensated for proposal preparation.
Communication and Deadlines:
All questions and requests for information should be directed in writing to Kristina B. Brannon at [email protected] by 12:00 PM CDT on August 7, 2026. Offers are due by 12:00 PM CDT on August 12, 2026, via the same email address. Weekly updates to RFIs and responses will be posted to the solicitation.
Contracting Entity and Classification:
The contracting entity is FA2823 AFTC PZIO, a federal office under the Department of Defense, Department of the Air Force. The place of performance is Eglin AFB, Florida, United States. The procurement is classified under NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) and Product Service Code 1550.
Attachments and Reference Documents:
Relevant attachments include the Technical Requirements Document (dated July 6, 2026), Brand Name Justification, and Representations and Certifications. Offerors should review these documents for detailed specifications and compliance requirements.
Summary:
This opportunity represents a well-defined, small business set-aside for the supply of drone targets and related equipment, with clear technical and administrative requirements. Contractors with experience in aircraft manufacturing, drone technology, and training services who meet the small business criteria and can deliver the specified products and services within the required timeframe are encouraged to review the solicitation and submit a responsive quote.
For further information and to access the solicitation, visit: https://sam.gov/opp/36173cae5a9d47f485d7805bfd1abe04/view
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