SAM #FA8629-26-S-C001(Call-001)

Air Force seeks mature small UAS platforms for multi-phase prototype and production under CSO FA8629-25-S-C001

This opportunity is a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) from the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) seeking mature, commercial or non-developmental small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) platforms for prototype and production. - Buyer: Department of the Air Force, AFLCMC - Solicitation: CSO FA8629-25-S-C001 for Group 3 sUAS platforms - Technical requirements: - Maximum gross weight ≤ 330 lbs - One-way range ≥ 1000 km or endurance ≥ 6 hours - Payload capacity ≥ 35 lbs - Must be compatible with US Government autonomy and communications systems - Minimum Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6 - Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) compliance - Target unit cost: $250,000 (excluding payload) - Procurement structure: - Five phases: Solution Briefs, Pitch Sessions, Prototype I (Payload Integration & Flight Demo), Prototype II (Air Launch Demo), Follow-on Production - Each phase requires separate proposals and awards - Follow-on production may be non-competitive if prototypes are successful - No specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are named; open to commercial solutions - Emphasis on affordability, manufacturability, and readiness for rapid fielding

Description

This notice supplements the Air Force Small UAS & Asymmetric Capabilities – Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO), Notice ID: FA8629-26-S-C001, available at [https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/f2adca647af04d61b6ed30dc0d131fd4/view].

Call 001 is seeking innovative commerical solutions and technologies to advance small UAS and asymmetric mission capabilites.

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