D01_RFQ CUAS ADFOR Support.docx

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA

REQUEST FOR QUOTE PURSUANT TO FAR PART 12

Solicitation Number / RFQ Number: M67001-26-Q-M011 Subject: Counter-UAS (CUAS) Adversary Force (ADFOR) Support

This is a solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12.202(b)(1), as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This procurement is Small Business Set Aside under NAICS 541990 code size standard of $19,500,000.00. A Quoter’s submission of a quote does not constitute a contract or authorize work to begin. This document is not legally binding and does not commit the US Government in any way.

This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement Publication Notice (DPN) 20251110.

In accordance with FAR 12.001(a), when a policy in another part is inconsistent with FAR Part 12, Part 12 shall take precedence.

52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021)

Basis for Award: The Government intends to award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible quoter whose quote conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate quotes:

· Price

· Technical Capability Price Reasonableness: Will be conducted in accordance with FAR 12.204(a). The total quoted price, to include shipping costs, will be used in the price evaluation.

A written notice of award or acceptance of a quote, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful quoter within the time for acceptance specified in the quote, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the quoter's specified expiration time, the Government may accept a quote (or part of a quote), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

***ONLY OPEN MARKET PRICING WILL BE CONSIDERED***

Addendum to 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors.

The Government reserves the right to make an award solely on initial quotes received. Quoters must submit their response to this RFQ via email to lucas.a.beltran.mil@usmc.mil and david.r.bovee.mil@usmc.mil no later than the posted closing date in this listing.

Questions will be accepted via email up to four (4) calendar days after the posting of the RFQ. No phone questions will be accepted. The deadline is necessary to ensure timely award and the Government may, in its sole discretion, choose not to respond to questions received after the deadline. Questions will be reviewed and addressed via an amendment to the solicitation and/or posting of the Questions and Answer(s) (Q&A) document.

Quotes must contain all requested line items as the contract award will be made in aggregate. Therefore, any quote received without all line items priced will be considered non-responsive.

Quoters are instructed to completely fill out the section (Quoter’s Information) below and return it along with your quote. Quotes should be valid for 90 days unless stated otherwise in the quote.

1. Quoter’s Information

To be eligible for award under this Request for Quotation (RFQ), Quoters must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) https://www.sam.gov/portal/SAM/ and must furnish Unique Entity ID, Cage Code and Federal Tax ID Number. Failure to submit the required information may result in your quotation being considered non-responsive.

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ESTIMATED DELIVERY TIME: ______________ DISCOUNT TERMS: ________________

FOB Destination pricing preferred – Camp Lejeune, North Carolina Surrounding Areas see table below:

2. Requirement Details:

ALL WORK IS TO BE COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) THE PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS).

Pricing Arrangement: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)

Performance Work Statement (PWS) Counter-UAS (CUAS) Adversary Force (ADFOR) Support For 2d Marine Division (MARDIV)

1.0 Introduction & Background

2d MARDIV and subordinate commands require an ADFOR drone and swarm threat to increase overall proficiency for detecting, tracking, and mitigating threats. The requirement is not only drone presence, but dynamic, high-volume UAS swarm threats in the form of RED CELL to test effectiveness of Marine Corps tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), specifically in a near-peer environment on the battlefield. The RED CELL shall create an environment to mirror adversarial threats to the Ground Combat Element (GCE) operations within the exercise Area of Operations (AO). The RED CELL shall replicate passive and active physical, visual, and radio frequency (RF) drone capabilities and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to mirror Violent Extremist Organizations (VEOs) and peer/near peer adversaries. Training in these simulated contested environments is critical to prepare the Marines of 2d MARDIV to deploy and support full-spectrum operations as part of the larger joint and coalition force. Training is still undergoing planning for specific locations listed in para 3.2.2 and 3.2.3 and the vendor will need to coordinate with 2d MARDIV G-3 for exact locations upon award.

This PWS establishes the requirement for ADFOR drone presence and swarm threat during unit training evolutions for Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation (MCCRE) from the date of award through October, 2026.

2.0 General Requirement

The contractor shall provide drones and swarms during the entirety of large-scale exercises that mimic VEOs and peer/near adversaries. The contractor will provide feedback to commanders with data regarding observations, assessment of TTPs, and best practice recommendations to enhance lethality and survivability on the battlefield, with a focus on battalion and company sized maneuvers. The brief will go on 29 October to 2d Marine Regiment Commanders and key staff members aboard Camp Lejeune, NC. If the contractor noted significant improvements from the start of the exercise to the finish, it is preferred that the contractor can speak to which specific TTPs were the most effective.

3.0 Performance Requirements

The contractor shall embed themselves in the RED CELL and engage a battalion sized element up to 2000 feet with group 1 and group 2 UAS. The contractor shall engage in persistent surveillance as well as First-Person View (FPV) swarm attacks against the formation. For the purposes of this contract a swarm is determined to be ten UAS. The contractor shall provide all necessary training resources (i.e. personnel, materials, supplies, and equipment necessary to execute the above-end state.). 2d MARDIV will be responsible for range access and waiver approvals of spectrum usage and flight approvals. Contractor will utilize drones with the capability of observation and be able to simulate attacks on company formations, down to squad size elements. UAS should be consistent with what near peer adversaries are using in real time. The assets used by the Contractor in this training requirement are not required to be Blue UAS or NDAA compliant.

3.1 Training Days

Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation (MCCRE) 4-10 October 2026 (tentative dates until further planning conferences).

Iteration 1 Day 1 (4 October 2026): ADFOR drone activity IVO Battalion Defense Day 2 (5 October 2026): ADFOR drone activity IVO Battalion Defense Day 3 (6 October 2026): ADFOR Drone Swarm on Battalion Defense Day 4 (7 October 2026): ADFOR Drone activity IVO Combat Town Iteration 2 Day 1 (8 October 2026): ADFOR drone activity IVO Battalion Defense Day 2 (9 October 2026): ADFOR drone activity IVO Battalion Defense Day 3 (10 October 2026): ADFOR Drone Swarm on Battalion Defense

The Final Planning Conference (FPC) is currently scheduled for 2 September, 2026.

The Contractor shall begin active communication and planning with the Government upon award.

The Contractor shall provide a minimum of one (10) ten UAS drone swarm per CUAS lane training when the element size is equal to a Platoon or Company level.

Exact dates and specific locations are subject to change based on future planning conferences.

3.2 Swarm Engagement and Red Cell Requirements

3.2.1 Simulated Payloads: The contractor’s UAS platforms are authorized to carry inert, simulated payloads (such as inert drop-mechanisms or training LED visual effects) to simulate tactical battlefield effects and allow the training audience to recognize physical weaponization. All simulated payloads must be technical-safety cleared by Range Control and G-3.

3.2.2 FPV Swarm Attacks: Multiple airborne drones that must be deterred along one vector or multiple vectors and able to perform simultaneous or near-simultaneous strikes on a point target or a target array.

3.2.3 Frequencies: The Regiment and Division spectrum managers will coordinate RF spectrum clearances for the contractor's UAS platforms. Technical submittals must be received at least twenty-five (25) days prior to range execution. In the event of a denied frequency, the Government and contractor will coordinate alternative frequencies or negotiate alternative platform lists without penalty.

3.2.4 Red Cell Scheme of Maneuver: A successful swarm engagement from the Red Cell perspective will be Red Cell-oriented. The Red Cell will be able to achieve simultaneous or near simultaneous impacts on a point target or array target. Friendly oriented – the formation being targeted performs appropriate immediate actions and relays information to their HHQ which drives hardening at adjacent sites to the target formation.

3.3 Surveillance: The contractor shall provide continuous overwatch to maintain persistent surveillance across the entire battalion Area of Operations (AO) during active training windows. Specific mission tasking, search sectors, and target zones shall be dynamically driven in real time by inputs from the Regimental White Cell based on unit tactical maneuver.

3.4 Night / BVLOS / Altitude Operations: All UAS operations shall take place within designated restricted airspace and range envelopes at Camp Lejeune. Standard operating altitudes are authorized up to 1,000 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) in restricted zones, with Airspace Access Authorizations (AAAs) typically restricted to 200 to 500 feet AGL. Night and Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations are authorized strictly within active restricted range airspace.

3.5 Footage Requirements:

· The contractor shall deliver a daily performance and observation report to the Battalion Commander and Battalion Gunner NLT 2100 on each training day. Daily reports must prioritize video feedback. No video inputs should include time stamps of time-on-station start, time of immediate actions concerning detect and deter actions, time of kinetic response (if applicable), and time of reporting to HHQ. General observations of TTPs are preferred in-lieu of video feedback is required.

· All captured video deliverables must utilize Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) sensors for daytime operations and Forward-Looking Infra-Red (FLIR) or high-resolution thermal sensors for nighttime operations. Video resolution must be sufficient for high-quality projection in regimental auditorium environments. When technically feasible, videos should be paired with Meteorological (MET) and sensor metadata overlay to enhance training evaluation. All data collection must comply with Intelligence Oversight regulations near civilian Main Supply Routes (MSRs).

3.6 Daily Flight Hours and Operational Tempo: The contractor shall support a daily flight window for ISR and tactical attack profiles not to exceed ten (10) hours per day. The start time of this flight window will vary each training day based on the Regimental White Cell's tactical scenario and exercise control requirements.

3.7 Flight Mix: The contractor shall utilize a standardized mix of Group 1 and Group 2 UAS. This mix shall include a combination of Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) and multi-rotor quadcopter platforms to replicate diverse adversary flight profiles:

3.7.1. Adversary ISR Profile: Replicated by VTOL and multi-rotor quadcopters acting as stand-off intelligence collectors.

3.7.2. Hunter-Killer Profile: Replicated by FPV drones and payload-capable systems executing simulated visual and RF attack vectors. Adversarial TTPs shall focus on the employment of common global hunter-killer tactics to stress the GCE training audience.

3.8 Weather & Range Conflict Contingencies: In the event of lost training days due to severe weather (WX), range safety conflicts, or tactical unit remediation requirements, the Regimental White Cell and Range Control will coordinate with the contractor. The Government will provide a minimum of seventy-two (72) hours' notice for rescheduled flight operations or modified training lanes.

3.9 ROE, Payload Definitions, & Active Jamming: This contract is strictly for non-kinetic force-on-force training. The Government will not employ any kinetic defeat mechanisms against contractor UAS. All drone "defeats" shall be simulated. The contractor maintains normal operational risk for equipment failures and pilot error.

3.9.1. Active Electronic Warfare (EW) and Active Jamming Attrition: Active Electronic Warfare (EW) or non-kinetic active RF jamming may be conducted on the ranges by the military. The Government shall be contractually responsible for drone loss or crash damage directly caused by active Government non-kinetic active jamming operations. The contractor and Government will establish an EW coordination protocol prior to range execution.

3.9.2. Drone Profiles: To establish enforceable operational standards, the following drone tactical profiles are defined:

3.9.2.1. Simulated Attack: Executed via simulated target ramming or the release of inert simulated payloads from a dropper.

3.9.2.2. Simulated Harassment: Executed via low-altitude proximity "buzzing" of GCE formations to trigger passive security and camouflage drills. Physical contact is strictly prohibited.

3.9 Briefing Requirements: The briefing must prioritize trend analysis supported by video highlights. To maximize administrative and cyber accessibility, the brief and all supporting video/data deliverables shall be maintained at the UNCLASSIFIED level (processed as CUI / FOUO as necessary) to the maximum extent possible, avoiding classified aggregation.

3.10 Government Data Rights: The Government maintains Unlimited Rights to all deliverables. All contractor-produced media, raw footage, and reports are subject to mandatory security and public release review by 2d MarDiv COMMSTRA, Legal Review at Eastern Area Counsel Office (EACO), and the 2d MarDiv Security Manager (SECMAN). The contractor shall not release, publish, or commercially utilize any contract-produced data without formal, written approval from the Contracting Officer, the EACO, and COMMSTRAT.

4.0 Place of Performance

ADFOR Drone activity for days 1-4 (Iteration 1) for MCCRE will be conducted aboard CLNC at the V26/V12 Training Areas, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547.

ADFOR Drone activity for days 5-7 (Iteration 2) for MCCRE will be conducted aboard CLNC at the V22 Training Areas, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547.

5.0 Deliverables

6. Government Responsibilities

6.1 Logistics: The Government will not provide lodging or meals for Contractor personnel. The Government will provide transportation to and from the training sites solely for Government personnel. The Contractor is strictly responsible for providing their own transportation capabilities for all Contractor personnel and equipment (including off-road capable vehicles if required to access remote range locations at Camp Lejeune or GSRA). The Contractor shall coordinate with Range Control for POV Access.

6.2 Planning and Scheduling: The Government will provide the Contractor with a minimum of four (4) weeks’ notice to schedule a training event, which will include the requested location of the training. The Government will provide the contractor with a general RED CELL scheme of maneuver fourteen (14) days prior to exercise execution. Due to the dynamic nature of tactical unit performance, the contractor must expect daily refinements and detailed exploitation windows to be delivered twenty-four (24) hours out, with final real-time adjustments on the day of execution.

6.3 Range, Airspace, and Clearances: The Government (via 2d MARDIV G-3) will be responsible for coordinating and approving all frequency requests, airspace waivers, and range approvals.

6.3.1 Contractor Prerequisite: To facilitate these Government approvals, the Contractor shall provide a comprehensive list of all UAS platforms intended for use (including make, model, weight, payload, operating frequencies, and transmission power) to the 2d MARDIV G-3 within ten (10) post-award days, or as directed by the TPOC. Failure by the Contractor to provide accurate technical data on time, resulting in denied range access, shall be considered a Contractor performance failure.

6.4 C2: The Government will ensure contractor range personnel are embedded directly with White Cell / Exercise Control (EXCON) elements to coordinate real-time Red Cell activities. The Government will provide standard communication capability on the ranges to enable secure, real-time coordination of flight activities.

7.0 Contractor’s Unauthorized Work Performance and Scope Changes The Contractor shall not perform work that deviates from the contract requirements, specifications, or established schedule.

7.1 Contracting Officer Authority

Only the warranted Contracting Officer (KO) has the authority to change the scope of work, alter the contract price, or modify the period of performance. If the Contractor deviates from the contract requirements without the prior, written approval of the KO, such deviation shall be strictly at the risk of the Contractor, and any costs related thereto shall be borne entirely by the Contractor.

7.2 Unauthorized Commitments

Government personnel, including the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC), Exercise Directors, or unit-level Commanders participating in the training, do NOT have the authority to direct the Contractor to perform work outside the scope of this PWS or alter the terms of the contract. The Contractor shall immediately notify the KO if they perceive any direction given by Government personnel constitutes a change to the contract scope.

8.0 Applicable Documents and References: The contractor shall ensure that the Adversary Force (ADFOR) threat replication creates a realistic training environment that allows the 2d Marine Division (MARDIV) training audience to execute, evaluate, and improve upon the following Marine Corps Tasks (MCTs).

8.1 Supported Marine Corps Tasks (MCTs):

The primary focus of this training support is to stress the training audience's defensive and passive security postures. The environment generated by the contractor shall directly support the evaluation of:

9.0 Base Access Instructions for Camp Lejeune

The Contractor Vetting Office is located in building 818 which is adjacent to the Camp Lejeune Main Gate on Holcomb Boulevard. Office hours are Monday through Friday 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. The office is closed on weekends and holidays. Contractors and other personnel requiring access credentials will be vetted/screened through building 818 only.

Contractor Vetting Office (Appointments or Questions): (910) 450-5977 Contractor Vetting Office Fax: (910) 450-0289 Taxi Vetting: (910) 449-4208

9.1 Access Requirements. Contractors will either receive a DBIDS credential or temporary pass, depending upon the length of time they require access to the installation. A DBIDS credential is issued to individuals requiring access for 61 days or more. A temporary pass is issued to individuals requiring access for 60 days or less. Contract specifications determine the length of pass. Contractors will report to the Contractor Vetting Office (CVO), building 818, adjacent to the Main Gate on Holcomb Boulevard. To confirm their access requirements, undergo a background check, and receive their credential/pass. Normal CVO hours are Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 2 p.m.

9.2 Contractors must provide:

a) Appropriate identification (ID) documents

b) Government Contract

c) Letter of Authorization

d) Appropriate Sponsor's Information

e) Vehicle Registration and Insurance

9.3 Appropriate Identification Documents. Contractors will provide two valid, original forms of ID for the purpose of identity proofing to receive a DBIDS credential or a Temporary Pass. One form of ID must be from the list below, the second form can be from the list below, or it can be a social security card or birth certificate.

9.4 Acceptable IDs:

a) U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card

b) Permanent Resident Card, Alien Registration Receipt Card, or "Green Card" (Form I-551)

i) School ID card with a photograph.

j) U.S. military or draft record.

k) U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Card or TWIC.

l) Native American tribal document.

9.5 Government Contract. Contractors must provide a copy of the prime contract with the government and all subcontracts, as applicable. For example, a subcontractor must provide a copy of their prime's contract with the government and a copy of their contract with the prime, both referencing the prime's contract number.

9.6 Letter of Authorization. Contractors must provide a Letter of Authorization on company letterhead referencing the applicable contract(s) and identifying the requesting individual as an authorized employee of the awarded company along with the employee's required access days and times (i.e. M-F, 0600-1700, etc).

9.7 Approved Sponsor's Information. The DBIDS system requires a sponsor to be identified for each credential and temporary pass prior to issuance. The sponsor must be active military or government civilian with a CAC. Government contractors are not approved sponsors. The sponsor's EDIPI and must be supplied to register in the system. The sponsor should be from the Government entity awarding the contract of supervising the work.

9.8 Vehicle Registration and Insurance. Contractors driving on the installation must provide an original vehicle registration document. Copies of registration are only accepted for company owned fleet vehicles. Proof of insurance is also required. A declaration page is required for insurance originating outside the state of North Carolina. Out of state insurance must meet North Carolina minimums of $30k per person, $60k per accident, and $25k property damage.

9.9 Vehicle Inspections. All commercial vehicles must be inspected each time they enter the installation. Inspections for Camp Lejeune are conducted at the Piney Green Gate, Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. until 5 p.m. and at the Sneads Ferry Gate 24/7. MCAS New River inspections are conducted at the Curtis Gate 24/7. Drivers MUST have an approved access credential prior to being inspected and allowed access. Delivery drivers without an access credential can show a bill of lading in lieu of a government contract but must provide other required documents identified above at the CVO to receive a pass. Delivery drivers with a TWIC only need to present the TWIC and bill of lading at the commercial vehicle inspection lane to be granted access.

9.10 Denial of Access. An individual will be denied access to the installation for any of the below listed reasons:

a) On a National Terrorist Watch List

b) Illegally present in the US

c) The subject to an outstanding warrant or criminal summons

d) Has knowingly submitted an employment questionnaire with false or fraudulent information

e) Has been issued a debarment order and is currently banned from any military installation

f) A prisoner on a work-release program or currently on felony probation/parole

g) A registered sex offender

j) Has been convicted of any felony within the last 10 years

k) Has multiple (three or more) misdemeanor criminal convictions for offenses to include, but not limited to:

1) Drug offenses

2) Offenses of violence

4) Larceny/theft

l) Any reason the Installation Commander deems reasonable for good order and discipline

9.11 Denial / Appeal. All personnel denied access will submit a letter (on their company letterhead) to the Marine Corps Installations East - Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Inspector General's Office with appropriate documentation requesting consideration for access. Ensure all circumstances have been explained when submitting an appeal.

- Submit appeal letter to:

Commanding General, Attn: Command Inspector General, PSC Box 20005, Camp Lejeune, NC 28542-0005

End of Performance Work Statement

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