AUGUR SHIELD Electromagnetic Spectrum Applications for Countering Frequency-Agile Unmanned Aerial Systems

The contract award for the Augur Shield system is a scientific research and development effort aimed at countering frequency-agile unmanned aerial systems through the creation of an advanced Radio Frequency DevOps pipeline. This system will leverage a network of multi-domain sensors to rapidly characterize unknown RF signatures from emerging drone threats, enabling the Army to enhance its detection and response capabilities in the electromagnetic spectrum and improve force protection. The contract includes a base period with two option years, bringing the total estimated value between $13 million and $47 million, and is being executed by Xtremis, Inc. under the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground, with the Adelphi Contracting Division serving as the contracting office. Performance will occur across multiple locations including West Fork, Arkansas; Washington, D.C.; Herndon, Virginia; and Morgantown and Fola, West Virginia, while the primary point of contact for the contracting office is Eddie Kemp. The work is aligned with NAICS code 541715 for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, and the contract complies with FAR 5.301 and DFARS 205.301 regarding publicizing contract actions, though no specific clauses, evaluation factors, inspection criteria, packaging requirements, or detailed delivery schedules are provided in the available documentation. Invoicing is expected to follow the Wide Area Workflow system, and no socioeconomic set-asides, special certifications, or security clearance requirements are indicated.