Supply of Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Base Kits

The contract involves the procurement and delivery of two turn-key Ascent Aerosystems Spirit Base Kits, which are commercial-off-the-shelf small Unmanned Aircraft Systems designed specifically for real-time intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance training. These systems are intended to support tactical ISR operations and are to be delivered as fully integrated, ready-to-deploy units without requiring additional customization. The solicitation is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside designation, ensuring eligibility and preference for small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration under FAR 19.5. The North American Industry Classification System code 336411 identifies the industry as Aircraft Manufacturing, aligning with the production and integration of these unmanned systems. Performance of the contract is mandated to occur at Francis E. Warren Air Force Base with a zip code of 82005, indicating the primary operational location for system utilization and training. The opportunity was posted on July 10, 2026, with responses due by July 25, 2026, providing a limited window for qualified small businesses to submit proposals. The contracting entity is the Department of Defense under the organization FA4613 90 Cons Pk, and while no point of contact details are provided, the procurement is explicitly tied to U.S. military training requirements. The use of COTS equipment underscores a focus on affordability, rapid deployment, and interoperability with existing training infrastructure.