Open-Source Flight Software and Autonomy Stack Integration

The contract involves the integration and customization of open-source flight control software such as PX4 or ArduPilot with secure, government-compliant autonomy capabilities, focusing on mission planning and real-time telemetry systems. The work requires adapting existing open-source frameworks to meet stringent security and compliance standards expected by federal agencies, ensuring that autonomous flight operations can be conducted reliably and securely under sensitive operational conditions. This includes embedding robust encryption, secure communication protocols, and integrity verification mechanisms to protect data integrity and prevent unauthorized access or tampering during flight operations. The project is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Homeland Security’s Investigations and Operations Support Dallas office, with performance required at the Lorton location with zip code 20598. The NAICS code 541512 indicates the work falls under computer systems design and related services, specifically targeting software development and system integration. Interested parties must submit responses by August 10, 2026, with the solicitation posted on August 4, 2026. No set-aside designation is specified, and the contract seeks a technical partner capable of bridging open-source flight control ecosystems with hardened, mission-critical autonomy requirements for government use.