MKLD Airframe and Modular Payload Integration

The contract involves the design and fabrication of a modular drone airframe that is capable of supporting multiple payloads with the added feature of tool-free swapping for both batteries and payloads. The airframe must adhere to the Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) principles, ensuring interoperability, ease of upgrades, and flexibility. Additionally, the design must meet the MIL-STD-810H standard, guaranteeing environmental durability and reliability under various operational conditions. Issued by the Department of Defense through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division, this subcontract falls under the NAICS code 336412, which pertains to guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on May 28, 2026, with a response deadline of June 1, 2026. The focus on modularity and compliance with military standards underscores the contract's strategic intent to provide a robust, adaptable, and easily maintainable drone platform suitable for a range of defense applications.