# U.S. Government Orders Powerus Counter-UAS Systems

Powerus received an **$82 million** order for counter-unmanned aerial systems under an existing U.S. government IDIQ contract. It is the contract’s second order and includes ancillary support equipment, operator training, and field-service representative support, with deliveries expected over the next several quarters. The systems are described as U.S.-manufactured and built with NDAA-compliant components, making this order relevant to agencies planning counter-UAS capability and to contractors supplying domestic production and lifecycle support.

- The order combines system delivery with training and field support, highlighting that operational readiness and sustainment are part of the procurement scope.
- Contractors pursuing related work can use the order as a market signal for demand for U.S.-manufactured counter-UAS systems and NDAA-compliant components.
- The award is the second order under an existing IDIQ, demonstrating use of the vehicle for follow-on procurement; deliveries are expected over the next several quarters.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** November 07, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. government

### Vendors
- Powerus Corporation (awardee)

### Key Quotes
> There is no substitute for American manufacturing when it comes to defending Americans.
> — Charlie Keebaugh, Executive Vice President of Sales at Powerus

### Sources
- [Powerus awarded $82 million order for counter-unmanned aerial systems - Defense and Munitions](https://www.defenseandmunitions.com/news/powerus-awarded-82-million-dollar-order-for-counter-unmanned-aerial-systems) - Defense and Munitions