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Launched Effects (LE) Prototype Project

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RFW-DOTAC-ARMY-2026-001Federal

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The Launched Effects (LE) Prototype Project seeks innovative, modular, affordable, and attritable uncrewed systems and software from members of the DoW Drone OTA Consortium to enable rapid prototyping and operational assessment for potential transition to production. This initiative leverages the agile OTA framework to accelerate delivery of advanced capabilities to the warfighter, avoiding traditional acquisition delays. Only currently approved Consortium members with a fully executed Vendor Agreement, active SAM.gov registration, Unique Entity ID, and WAWF registration are eligible to respond; non-members must first apply for membership prior to submission. All participants must comply with federal security regulations including NIST SP 800-171 for Controlled Unclassified Information, as well as the Arms Export Control Act, ITAR, and EAR. The solicitation, identified as RFW-DOTAC-ARMY-2026-001, was posted on August 5, 2026, with responses due by August 14, 2026. Detailed submission instructions and evaluation criteria are provided in two attachments, which must be thoroughly reviewed before submitting proposals exclusively to DMConsortium@army.mil. The project is managed by the Uncrewed Aircraft System Product Management Office at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, under the Department of Defense.

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LE Prototype seeks modular, affordable uncrewed systems from approved DoW Drone OTA Consortium members by August 14, 2026, complying with federal security rules.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-RsaView Agency

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)View NAICS

Place of Performance

Redstone Arsenal, AL, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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RFW-DOTAC-ARMY-2026-001 Phase I Go/No-Go Evaluation Criteria

PDFevaluation-criteria

Request for Whitepapers - Launched Effects Prototype Project

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RFW-DOTAC-ARMY-2026-001 Launched Effects Prototype Project Request for Whitepapers

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Rsa
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OfficeREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-0000, USA
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Office AddressREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-0000, USA
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DoW DRONE OTA CONSORTIUM

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Request for Whitepapers – Launched Effects Prototype Project


1. Synopsis & Purpose


The Uncrewed Aircraft System Product Management Office is releasing this Request for Whitepapers (RWP) specifically for the Launched Effects (LE) Prototype Project. The goal of this project is to identify modular, affordable, and attritable LE systems, sub-components, and software ready for rapid prototyping, operational assessment, and potential transition to production.


This RWP leverages the agile DoW Drone OTA Consortium framework to bypass traditional, lengthy acquisition cycles, ensuring that these advanced technologies reach the warfighter at the speed of relevance.


2. Eligibility Requirements (Consortium Members Only)


CRITICAL RESTRICTION: This opportunity is strictly limited to current, approved members of the DoW Drone OTA Consortium.


To be eligible for evaluation and potential subsequent award under the Launched Effects (LE) Prototype Project, prospective vendors must have already established Consortium membership, including:


  • An acknowledged Vendor Application.
  • A fully executed and signed Consortium Vendor Agreement (CVA).
  • An active SAM.gov registration, Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number, and active WAWF registration.

Note: If you are not currently a member of the DoW Drone OTA Consortium, you may not submit a response to this RWP. Interested vendors must first apply for consortium membership by submitting an application to DMConsortium@army.mil.


3. Security & Compliance Mandates


All participating Consortium members must ensure strict compliance with federal regulations throughout the submission and performance periods:


  • Proper protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in accordance with NIST SP 800-171.
  • Adherence to the Arms Export Control Act, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Export Administration Regulation (EAR).

4. Accessing the Solicitation & Evaluation Criteria


The complete details, instructions, and grading standards for this opportunity are provided in the attachments accompanying this Special Notice:


  • Attachment 1: Launched Effects (LE) RWP
  • Attachment 2: Launched Effects WP Go/No-Go Evaluation Criteria

Consortium members must review both attachments in detail before preparing their submissions. Submissions must be sent directly to DMConsortium@army.mil in accordance with the timelines specified in Attachment 1.


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