| Location: | Hawaii |
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| Posted: | Sep 19, 2026 |
| Due: | Sep 22, 2026 |
| Agency: | DEPT OF DEFENSE |
| Type of Government: | Federal |
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| Solicitation No: | FA521526Q0048 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
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Small Unmanned Aircraft System:
1. Regulatory Requirements:
a. Meets requirements for DOW sUAS acquisitions IAW FY 2020 NDAA (Section 848) and FY 2024 NDAA (Section 1821-1825).
2.Technology and Capacity Requirements:
a. Autonomous/programmable (can operate without direct/continuous pilot inputs)
b. Vertical takeoff and landing
c. Carry a payload up to 65 kg, with dimensions of up to 82 cm x 60 cm x 51 cm
d. Powered by a removable battery with a range of up to 30 km on one charge
e. Include extra batteries (enough for 2 complete swap outs) and battery chargers
f. Standard spare parts kit(any parts that will need replaced within a certain number of months or flight hours after purchase and use of the sUAS)
g. Any software needed to control/program drone
h. Any non-standard hardware needed to control/program drone (if software can't be connected to commercial laptop or mobile device)
i. Training for 2 personnel to be trained at vendor facility or cost for vendor training team to come to Hickam, AFB Hawaii to train team of 4 personnel on drone operation and maintenance
3. Maintenance Requirements:
a. Charging batteries
b. Replacing parts from the included spare parts kit
c. All other routine maintenance as described in the vendor provided training course
4. Delivery and Installation Requirements:
a. Delivery 180 days after date of contract
b. Include detailed user manuals, maintenance guides, and inventory lists for all components.
Notice to Offeror(s): Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be
made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to
cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government
cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any
costs.

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