Accelerating frontline survival: a next-generation drone for rapid
Active Purchase Order Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- FA864925P0432
- Awardee
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Darkflite Inc. UEI J5YEEWHCAH65
- Awarding agency
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Air Force Research Laboratory
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $1,249,911
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $1,249,911.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 65% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- NAICS code
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources · 655 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Brighton, MI 48116, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $0 |
About this award
Darkflite Inc. was awarded a $1.25 million firm fixed-price purchase order by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) on August 29, 2025, for the development of a next-generation drone designed to support rapid medical emergency response in military frontline environments. The contract, which carries a total small business set-aside designation, is scheduled for completion by May 31, 2027, and will be performed at the company's facility in Brighton, Michigan. This procurement reflects AFRL's continued investment in innovative technologies that enhance operational capabilities and personnel safety across the Defense Department.
The award supports the Air Force's broader strategic objectives of accelerating survival outcomes in combat and austere environments through advanced autonomous systems. By leveraging drone technology for medical emergency response, this initiative aims to reduce response times and improve casualty care in situations where traditional medical evacuation may be delayed or constrained. The small business set-aside status underscores the Air Force's commitment to supporting innovation from smaller contractors while maintaining the technical rigor required for mission-critical defense applications.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract FA864925P0432?
FA864925P0432 was awarded to Darkflite Inc. by Air Force Research Laboratory (Air Force Materiel Command) on August 29, 2025.
How much is contract FA864925P0432 worth?
The government has obligated $1,249,911 on FA864925P0432.
Was contract FA864925P0432 competed?
The extent of competition for FA864925P0432 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 655 offers. It was set aside: Total Small Business.
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