# CACI Highlights Counter-UAS Response Needs

At AUSA 2026, CACI-sponsored coverage highlighted the need for counter-unmanned aircraft systems (counter-UAS) to respond to rapidly changing threats, including smaller, more maneuverable drones and swarms. The feature frames advance warning—using 75 km as an example—as a potential advantage for attackers, making rapid detection and response a relevant capability consideration for defense buyers. It signals industry positioning, not a specific solicitation, award, funding announcement, or procurement contact.

- Procurement teams can use the threat scenarios described to inform capability assessments, including response speed and performance against maneuverable drones and swarms.
- For contractors, the coverage points to a market emphasis on systems that can adapt to evolving UAS threats; CACI’s feature is an industry signal, not evidence of an active procurement opportunity.
- The signal provides no contract details, requirements, or submission deadlines, so it does not support a bid action on its own.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 29, 2026

### Vendors
- CACI ()

### Sources
- [Giving counter-UAS operators 75 km of advance warning throws the advantage to them - Breaking Defense](https://breakingdefense.com/2026/10/giving-counter-uas-operators-75-km-of-advance-warning-throws-the-advantage-to-them) - Breaking Defense