Acoustic UAS Detection RFI 14 JAN 2026.pdf

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Acoustic Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Detection and Localization for Dismount Request for Information (RFI)

Background:

The United States Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM), Command, Control, Computers, Communications, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Center, Research and Technology Integration (RTI) Directorate is performing market research to inform future requirements and/or develop prototype capabilities in support of an acoustic dismounted Group 1 (<20 lbs.) and Group 2 (21-55 lbs.) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) detection system. The desired system shall passively detect UAS signatures through acoustics to determine location, bearing and classification of the target. The system will then notify a Soldier through their smart device and display the location of the detected UAS via Tactical Assault Kit (TAK). Responses including complete systems and/or individual subsystems that can perform on low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) hardware suitable for dismount including but not limited to UAS detection algorithms, hardware solutions, software applications, and dismount displays are welcome.

Requested Information:

The C5ISR Center requests the following information:

1. Company Information:

• Company Name

• Company Address

• RFI Technical POC Name, Email Address, and Phone number

• RFI Business/Contract POC Name, Email Address, and Phone number

• CAGE Code

• Facility Clearance Level

• Joint Certification Program (JCP) DD Form 2345 (JCP Home (dla.mil))

2. Technical Information:

This RFI seeks an acoustic detection solution for Group 1 and Group 2 UAS for dismounted soldiers. All submitted complete systems, and individual subsystems must adhere to the following minimum requirements:

• Passive Acoustic Detection

• Near real time functionality

• Functionality in varied environments

• Functionality in different weather conditions

Systems or Subsystems that include the following capabilities in addition to UAS detection will be preferred:

• UAS Localization

• UAS Classification

• Nett Warrior integration

• TAK integration

• On the move detection

• Low Power Consumption

• Embedded Detection algorithms

• Low Size Weight and Power (SWaP) https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/

Submission Requirements:

All documents shall be portion marked IAW DoDM 5200.01-V2. Submission of proprietary and other sensitive information shall be marked and identified with disposition instructions (submitted material will not be returned).

• Subject line should be: Acoustic UAS Detection and Localization for Dismount

• Unclassified responses must be to: usarmy.apg.devcom-c5isr.mbx.rti-industry-engagement@army.mil.

• Responses with CUI must be sent encrypted via DoD SAFE submitted via DoD SAFE

(https://safe.apps.mil/). If you require a DoD SAFE drop link, please contact usarmy.apg.devcom-c5isr.mbx.rti-industry-engagement@army.mil.

• For submission of SECRET or higher classification material to C5ISR Center, please contact usarmy.apg.devcom-c5-isr.mbx.rti-industry-engagement@mail.smil.mil.

• Responses submitted by contractors that contain U.S. classified military information (CMI) generated in conjunction with a DOD program should be classified in accordance with the applicable Security Classification Guide (SCG). Please include a copy of the SCG with the submission. Only U.S. citizens are authorized to respond to this RFI.

Questions and Requests for Clarification:

Questions and requests for clarification of information must be submitted to:

usarmy.apg.devcom-c5isr.mbx.rti-industry-engagement@army.mil (UNCLASSIFIED) or usarmy.apg.devcom-c5-isr.mbx.rti-industry-engagement@mail.smil.mil (CLASSIFIED) no later than 30 calendar days following RFI posting.

NOTE: If you are sending a CLASSIFIED question, please send a courtesy email to the UNCLASSIFIED mailbox to notify of the request on the Classified side.

Questions with CUI shall be submitted via DOD SAFE. If you require a drop link, please contact usarmy.apg.devcom-c5isr.mbx.rti-industry-engagement@army.mil. Questions and requests will only be accepted in writing; phone calls will not be accepted.

Requests shall be submitted only to the email address specified above. Any other forms of request for additional information will not be honored.

Response Due Date: Tuesday, 17 February 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Data Rights:

It is desirable that data be received with unlimited rights to the Government. If a proposed solution to this RFI includes any data rights restrictions, responses should clearly denote anticipated assertions. It is also recognized that proprietary data may be included with the information provided. If so, it is the responsibility of the interested party submitting data to clearly mark such proprietary information and clearly separate it from the unrestricted information as an addendum. No Classified data shall be provided via email.

Disclaimer:

This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. In accordance with FAR 15.202 (e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. No award is intended as a result of this notice. The Government will not reimburse costs incurred by respondents in response to this RFI, or for participating in information exchange regarding details of the RFI.

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Any information submitted by respondents to this RFI is voluntary. The Army does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this notice or to otherwise pay for the information solicited.

Respondents should not construe this RFI as a commitment for any purpose. Respondents will not individually be notified of the results of any government assessments. The Government's evaluation of the capability statements received will factor into whether any forthcoming solicitation will be conducted as a full and open competition or as a set-aside for small businesses, or any particular small business designation (e.g. SDVOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), WOSB, EDWOSB.).