Opportunity

SAM #RFI_TE_26_3_Rapid_Experimentation_of_Prototyping_in_Learning_Environments_Counter_Unmanned_Systems

USSOCOM RFI: Rapid Experimentation of Counter-Unmanned Systems Technologies (REPTILE 26 Event)

Buyer

U.S. Special Operations Command

Posted

April 07, 2026

Respond By

April 21, 2026

Identifier

RFI_TE_26_3_Rapid_Experimentation_of_Prototyping_in_Learning_Environments_Counter_Unmanned_Systems

NAICS

541715, 541330, 541690, 927110, 336419, 336414, 336415, 336413, 334511

USSOCOM is seeking innovative technologies for rapid experimentation and prototyping in counter-unmanned systems (C-UxS) at the REPTILE 26 event. - Event focus: Detecting, tracking, identifying, and neutralizing drone swarms and autonomous unmanned systems - Technology areas of interest: - Integrated detection and tracking systems - Autonomous platforms and multi-domain unmanned systems - Electromagnetic protection and low SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) effectors - Target participants: Industry, academia, and government labs with technologies at Technology Readiness Level 6 or above - No procurement or contract award; participation is for demonstration and assessment - Event location: Gulfport, Mississippi - Contracting office: USSOCOM at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida - Submission deadlines: - Nominations due by April 21, 2026 - Risk assessments and frequency approvals due by June 1, 2026 - USSOCOM provides venue and infrastructure; participants cover their own costs - No specific OEMs, products, or part numbers listed - Key requirements: Rapid prototyping, operational demonstration, and safety compliance - Attachments include RFI details, photography approval, safety guide, and risk assessment worksheet

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