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Secure Electromagnetic Communications Development

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The contract focuses on the research, design, and prototyping of secure digital communication systems that can effectively operate in environments with heavy electromagnetic congestion or contested conditions. This work is critical to ensuring reliable and protected communications in scenarios where electromagnetic interference or adversarial attempts to disrupt signals are prevalent. The contract is being issued as a subcontract by the Department of Defense, with the place of performance designated in San Antonio, Texas. The solicitation was posted in early February 2026, with a response deadline set for the end of September 2026. The associated NAICS code is 334220, indicating a focus on radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment manufacturing. Although the specific terms related to set-aside status or contact details are not provided, the contract represents a strategic effort to advance secure communication technologies vital for defense applications in challenging electromagnetic environments.

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Research and prototype secure digital communication systems in electromagnetic contested environments, DoD subcontract.

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334220 - Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment ManufacturingView NAICS

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San Antonio, TX, 78243, USA

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Research, design, and prototyping of secure digital communication systems operating in congested or contested electromagnetic environments.

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NAICS: 334511
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Advanced Drone Payload Integration (Sensors, EO/IR, RF)The contract involves the design, integration, and testing of modular payloads for drones, specifically focusing on technologies such as electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) cameras, radio frequency (RF) detection systems, LiDAR, and signals intelligence (SIGINT) equipment. These payloads are intended to enhance drone capabilities for various surveillance and intelligence applications. The work will be performed primarily at Redstone Arsenal, with the Department of Defense overseeing the contract. This subcontract, classified under NAICS code 334511, has a response deadline set for May 28, 2031, allowing ample time for proposals and development. The contract highlights the need for advanced sensor integration to support defense-related drone operations, reflecting a focus on cutting-edge technology to improve situational awareness and reconnaissance capabilities.
Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing

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NAICS: 541715
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Drone Autonomy and AI Software DevelopmentThis contract involves the development of advanced AI-driven autonomy software tailored for unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The scope includes capabilities such as GPS-denied navigation, which allows drones to operate effectively without relying on GPS signals, obstacle avoidance to enhance safety during flight, swarm coordination for managing multiple drones simultaneously, and mission planning to optimize operational effectiveness. The work is set to take place at Redstone Arsenal and is issued by the Department of Defense under the NAICS code 541715, which covers research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences. The contract is a subcontract opportunity with a response deadline of May 28, 2031, indicating a long-term project timeline. Though no solicitation number or specific organization type is mentioned, the focus on cutting-edge AI technologies for military-grade UAS highlights the strategic importance of this contract within defense innovation initiatives. The goal is to advance autonomous drone capabilities to enhance mission success rates in complex and potentially GPS-compromised environments.
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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NAICS: 561621
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Cornerstone CS-26-1401 Rock Island Arsenal Increased Access (Security)
Solicitation # CS-26-1401
The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command – Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM CBC) and Army Contracting Command – Rock Island (ACC-RI), is managing the Cornerstone Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) to strengthen the U.S. Manufacturing and Defense Industrial Base. An upcoming competitive request, known as the Cornerstone Initiative Request (CIR), is planned for issuance around mid-April 2026, targeted specifically at consortium members of the Cornerstone public-private partnership. This solicitation will seek whitepaper proposals for a fixed-price prototype project aimed at enhancing perimeter and installation security at Rock Island Arsenal, addressing evolving threats to ground and air domains. The prototype phase will span 12 months, with potential for additional tasks and sites, and may lead to a non-competitive follow-on production OTA if successful. As part of the process, a mandatory site visit is scheduled for late April 2026, requiring interested vendors to register in advance and attend to be eligible to submit proposals. The solicitation will incorporate updated federal requirements, including prohibitions related to certain telecommunications and video surveillance equipment. Only entities with active membership in the Cornerstone consortium, demonstrated by a signed management agreement, will be eligible for award. Communications regarding the CIR and membership details will be distributed via email to current and pending consortium members. The notice emphasizes that this announcement is for planning purposes only and does not guarantee a solicitation release or government commitment. Interested parties are encouraged to monitor updates and direct inquiries to the designated Cornerstone mailbox.
Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)

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