Army PM UAS - Launched Effects

The Department of the Army's Program Executive Office Aviation and Project Manager Uncrewed Aircraft Systems are seeking qualified vendors to supply affordable Launched Effects (LE), which are attritable unmanned systems designed for deployment from airborne or ground-based platforms to conduct reconnaissance, electronic warfare, communications relay, or strike missions. These autonomous, networked systems are intended to operate collaboratively in high-risk, contested environments, enabling maneuver, fire support superiority, and targeted effects on high-value targets at Brigade, Corps, and Division levels. The initiative aims to accelerate the development and deployment of LE systems to support soldier experimentation, training, operational use, and refinement of employment concepts and tactics. Army leadership has mandated the deployment of these systems to every Army Division and Multi Domain Task Force by 2026, emphasizing the importance of rapid delivery, with initial awards expected within 4-6 months of contract agreement. Vendors are encouraged to propose modular LE systems through a challenge-based sourcing model, with a focus on solutions that can meet the aggressive timeline. The solicitation, titled "Army PM UAS - Launched Effects," was posted on August 5, 2025, with a response deadline of August 21, 2025. The contract is open to all qualified entities, with no set-aside restrictions, and is managed under NAICS code 33999. Interested vendors can find additional details and submit proposals through the provided link. The contract aims to foster innovative, cost-effective LE systems that enhance the Army's operational capabilities in complex environments.