Award
Definitive Contract #697DCK26C00176
Definitive Contract for UAS Integration Technology Development
Buyer
Federal Aviation Administration
Award Amount
$473,891.33
Ceiling
$473,891.33
Awarded
September 18, 2026
Period of Performance
Sep 18, 2026 – Sep 24, 2027
Identifier
697DCK26C00176
NAICS
541715
This definitive contract award was granted to Frequentis USA, Inc, a company specializing in communication and information systems pertinent to aviation, for the development of non-system specific technology aimed at integrating Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) into the National Airspace System (NAS). The contract represents a significant step forward for the agency in advancing airspace modernization and ensuring safer UAS operations alongside manned aircraft. The scope covers research and development efforts to create adaptable technologies that support the seamless integration of unmanned aerial vehicles into national airspace infrastructure. Awarded through a competitive bidding process, this multi-year, modest-scale contract supports innovation critical to national aviation safety and efficiency. The period of performance spans approximately one year, beginning in the fall of 2026. The work will be performed in Columbia, Maryland, positioning it strategically near key aviation stakeholders and research facilities. No subcontractor or previous contract information is available for this award.
Description
BAA CALL 001-2026|!#^DEVELOPMENT OF NON-SYSTEM SPECIFIC TECHNOLOGY TO INTEGRATE UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (UAS) INTO THE NAS