Battery and Power Systems for Extended Endurance

The contract entails the supply and integration of high-capacity, rapid-recharge battery or hybrid-electric power systems designed to enhance the endurance and operational capabilities of Tactical Remotely Operated Unmanned Aerial Systems (TRUAS). These systems must support extended flight duration and enable efficient field refuel or recharge operations, ensuring sustained mission readiness. The work is to be performed in St James, with the Department of Defense’s Naval Air Systems Command overseeing the project. This subcontract falls under the NAICS code 335912, which corresponds to the manufacturing of storage batteries. The solicitation was posted on May 29, 2026, with a response deadline on June 25, 2026. The contract’s focus on advanced power solutions reflects the military’s priority to improve unmanned system endurance through cutting-edge battery technology and hybrid power integration, thereby increasing operational efficiency and reducing downtime in forward-deployed environments.