Phase 3- prototype concept development

This Other Transaction Indefinite Delivery Vehicle, awarded by U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) to Anduril Industries, Inc. on September 22, 2023, carries a ceiling value of $9.23 million and supports prototype concept development and operational prototype demonstration activities across two phases. The award represents a multiple-award vehicle with no set-aside restrictions, positioning Anduril to compete on a full-and-open basis for delivery orders. As the prime contractor, Anduril Industries—operating through its Anduril Federal division and Anduril Technologies business line—will leverage its established expertise in autonomous systems, artificial intelligence-enabled solutions, and integrated command and control platforms to deliver capabilities aligned with SOCOM's operational requirements. The contract vehicle enables rapid prototyping and demonstration of advanced defense technologies, consistent with SOCOM's mission to support special operations activities across the Department of Defense.

Under this Other Transaction authority vehicle, Anduril will conduct prototype concept development in Phase 3 and execute operational prototype demonstration and proof-of-concept extension activities in Phase 4. The structure and phased approach facilitate iterative development and testing of prototype systems, allowing SOCOM to evaluate emerging technologies and capabilities before potential full-rate production decisions. This contracting mechanism aligns with federal government acquisition best practices for prototype development, enabling streamlined processes and reduced administrative burden compared to traditional contracts. Anduril's substantial track record delivering counter-unmanned aerial systems, autonomous surveillance platforms, and AI research capabilities to SOCOM—evidenced by a $967 million Indefinite Delivery Contract for similar capabilities—positions the company to execute the technical scope effectively within the $9.23 million ceiling value established for this prototype development vehicle.