Drones and Counter-Drone Equipment to Find Cocaine and TCOs in Colombia

The U.S. Department of State’s Office of Acquisitions Management is forecasting the procurement of mobile and fixed-base counter-drone systems to enhance the security of Colombian military and police forces against threats posed by transnational criminal organizations and armed groups that operate drones in cocaine trafficking and illicit activities. The equipment includes mobile C-UAS kits equipped with scanning and jamming rifles, as well as fixed installations featuring extended-range scanning and jamming technologies designed to detect, track, and neutralize hostile drones across varied operational environments. This acquisition will be executed through an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicle managed by AQM to ensure flexibility and rapid response capability as threats evolve. The primary place of performance is Bogotá, Colombia, reflecting the centralized coordination required for nationwide deployment and integration with local security agencies. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 336411, which aligns with the manufacturing of airborne weapons systems and related equipment, indicating that the procurement involves specialized defense-grade technology rather than off-the-shelf commercial products. Jamillah Timmons is listed as the primary point of contact for procurement inquiries, with Tyler Sinclair serving as the Small Business Specialist to facilitate participation from eligible small businesses. Although the solicitation number and exact funding timeline are not yet available, the forecast signals a strategic priority to counter emerging drone threats in Colombia, leveraging U.S. technical expertise and equipment to support regional stability and law enforcement efforts against illicit networks.