Recover UAS debris from land and shallow water (Palau)
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The U.S. Army’s 921st Contracting Battalion is conducting market research to identify local businesses in Palau capable of supporting Tenacious Archer 2026 by recovering debris from unmanned aerial systems after live-fire exercises. The effort focuses on collecting and properly disposing of materials such as lithium batteries, fuel residues, electronic components, and UAS parts like carbon fiber spars, aluminum motor mounts, ABS plastics, and plywood fuselage sections generated during the exercise window of August 1 to August 2, 2026. This is not a solicitation or a request for proposals—no contracts will be awarded from this notice, and submissions will be used solely for planning purposes without compensation for responders. The required work involves using boats for shallow water recovery and manual labor on beaches to ensure all exercise-related debris is removed within 24 hours after the final live-fire event concludes. The performance area includes specific locations near 53 N MJ 53915 12490 and other sites yet to be detailed, with disposal duties falling entirely on the contractor. Government support is not provided, and all submitted information is strictly for market research to determine feasibility and local capacity. Responses must be submitted by August 1, 2026, and inquiries should be directed to the points of contact listed under the Department of Defense office based in Fort Shafter, Hawaii.
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1. Purpose
The 921st Contracting Battalion, Wheeler Army Airfield (WAAF), Hawaii, is conducting market research to understand what local businesses in Palau can provide for Tenacious Archer 2026 (TA26).
This notice helps the U.S. Government learn what supplies, equipment, labor, transportation, vessels, and support services are available in Palau.
This is a chance for interested local businesses to let the Government know what they can provide. It does not require a formal proposal or a long capability statement.
2. Important Notice
- This is not a solicitation.
- The Government is not requesting quotes or proposals at this time.
- No contract will be awarded from this notice.
- The Government will not pay for responses, pictures, or information submitted.
- Responses are for market research and planning only.
- The final acquisition approach will be determined after market research and final requirement approval.
3. Place of Performance
Republic of Palau, including possible support in or near Koror, Airai, Goikul, airports, seaports, staging areas, waterways, and other exercise support locations identified later by the Government.
Description of the service
Recover Group 2 UAS debris from land and shallow water after live-fire events. Battery- 3S 3300mAh LiPo, Fuel- 91 octane gasoline mixed with 2 stroke oil. No fuel—lithium battery powered. Approximately 36 UAS will be expended, containing 36 lithium batteries.
Area of Performance
Location- 53 N MJ 53915 12490 (will get detailed area of zone to be cleaned). Will provide the job area.
Items to be Recovered
Batteries, fuel residue, Electronics (flight controller, transceiver, GPS), UAS components (wing, tail, and avionics cover are made of ABS), Fuel tank is made of PE, fuselage sections are Luan Plywood (some wooden parts are glued with CA glue), motor mounts are aluminum, spars are made of carbon fiber. Existing trash or marine debris is excluded.
Method of Recovery
Contractor will need boats for the shallow water and manual labor for the beach. The contractor will dispose of everything recovered.
Frequency and Timing
Upon completion of all live fire exercise on 20260801, 0800 to 20260802, 0800. Recovery will begin at the end of the LFX and is to be started on 1 AUG.
Performance Standard
Remove all visible exercise-generated debris from the designated area upon completion of all live fire exercises within 24 hours. The desired end state is that no drone parts are visible on the beach during inspection.
Government Support
N/A
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