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sUAS Platform Manufacturing and Integration

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Response Deadline12/18/2026, 05:00:00 PM EST

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This subcontract through the Department of Homeland Security Air and Marine Contracting Division involves the manufacturing and integration of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems for prime contractors supporting CBP Border Patrol projects. The scope includes the production of flight-ready airframes across Nano, Micro, Very Small, and Small categories, specifically requiring autonomous launch and precision landing capabilities. Technical specifications mandate a flight endurance of 30 to 60 minutes and operational ranges between 1 and 5 miles. To meet federal security standards, all delivered platforms must be NDAA compliant and utilize FIPS 140-2/3 encryption. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 336411, with a response deadline set for December 18, 2026.

General Info

DHS subcontract for NDAA compliant UAS manufacturing and integration by December 18, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → Air And Marine Contracting Division

NAICS

336411 - Aircraft Manufacturing

Place of Performance

DC

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of RFI_DFR_sUAS_2027.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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DFR sUAS Dock System and Services

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Timeline

PostedNov 6

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Response DeadlineDec 18

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12/18/2026, 05:00:00 PM ESTin about 1 month

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AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Air And Marine Contracting Division

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Air And Marine Contracting Division

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Full Description

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Supplies and integrates sUAS airframes for prime contractors on CBP Border Patrol projects. Manufactures Nano, Micro, Very Small, or Small category aircraft with autonomous launch and precision landing capabilities. Implements flight endurance of 30-60 minutes and ranges of 1-5 miles. Ensures NDAA compliance and FIPS 140-2/3 encryption. Delivers flight-ready sUAS platforms.

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