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Educational Drone

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W911S226U3599Federal

Response Deadline07/15/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract titled Educational Drone is a combined solicitation issued by the Department of Defense through the W6QM Micc-Ft Drum office, with a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, meaning only qualified small businesses may submit proposals. The North American Industry Classification System code 336411 indicates this solicitation pertains to aircraft manufacturing, specifically targeting the development or delivery of drones for educational purposes. The opportunity was posted on July 10, 2026, with a deadline for responses set for July 15, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time. The place of performance is listed with a zip code of 40121, though no city or state is specified, and the primary point of contact is Kevin Massengill, reachable via email and phone provided. The contract details include updated CLINs and salient characteristics, suggesting significant modifications or clarifications to the original requirements. Proposals must comply with all federal acquisition regulations and be submitted through the SAM.gov portal before the closing time.

General Info

U.S. DoD seeks small business to deliver educational drones by July 15, 2026, via SAM.gov for Fort Drum, NY.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QM Micc-Ft DrumView Agency

NAICS

336411 - Aircraft ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Fort Knox KY, NY, 40121

Set-Aside

SBA

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1 update

PhaseCombined Synopsis

PostedJul 7

Combined Synopsis

Amendment 1Jul 10

Contract was updated

Response DeadlineJul 15

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07/15/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTCin 4 days

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Organization & Contact Information

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QM Micc-Ft Drum

Contacts1 person available

OfficeFORT DRUM, NY, 13602-5220, USA

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Department Of Defense → W6QM Micc-Ft Drum

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Office AddressFORT DRUM, NY, 13602-5220, USA

Contacts

Kevin Massengill

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

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Updated CLINs and Salient Characteristics.

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