820 COS Drones
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- SSFA483026Q0075
- Agency
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Air Combat Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336411 Aircraft Manufacturing
- PSC
- 1550 Unmanned Aircraft
- Place of performance
- Moody AFB, Georgia 31699, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
Air Combat Command intends to solicit two Group 2 small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) with accessories for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance and base defense operations, under total small business set-aside, with a sources-sought response deadline of September 18, 2026.
The 820th Combat Operations Squadron requires a complete, fielded mission-ready solution including two PDW C100 aircraft or equivalent, ground control station with accessories, EO/IR sensor payloads, extended communications equipment, 16 Long Endurance Performance smart batteries, battery charging systems, payload delivery mechanisms, transport and storage systems, spare parts and maintenance kits, training package, and three years of software maintenance with one-year manufacturer warranty. Delivery is required 30 to 60 days after receipt of order, FOB Destination to Moody Air Force Base.
All systems must comply strictly with the National Defense Authorization Act and American Security Drone Act, cannot be manufactured by DJI, Autel, or entities on the DoD 1260H list, and should preferably align with the Defense Innovation Unit Blue UAS cleared list. The platform must achieve a maximum altitude of 2,000 feet above ground level, speeds from 0 mph hover to 40 mph maximum, include obstacle avoidance functioning in low-light and zero-light conditions, support dual payload integrations with 10-pound minimum payload capacity, and operate within a 2-kilometer minimum range.
Comprehensive training includes a minimum three-day operator and maintainer certification course (Air Force Special Operations Command SUASMAN-approved), Train-the-Trainer program, and scenario-based curriculum covering tactical ISR overwatch and GPS-contested environments, delivered at vendor expense at Moody Air Force Base.
This is a sources-sought notice for market research purposes and does not constitute a commitment to issue a solicitation.
Notice text
This Sources Sought (SS) is issued solely for market research purposes to determine potential sources. This notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), or Invitation for Bid (IFB) and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue an order otherwise pay for theinformation solicited, nor is it a guarantee of a forthcoming solicitation or contract.
No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement. It is the responsibility of potential quoters to monitor GSA.gov for additional information pertaining to this requirement.
DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT:
The 820th BDG requires two (2) Blue UAS/NDAA-compliant small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) and accessory kits capable of supporting Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), base defense, expeditionary operations, and limited resupply in austere and contested electromagnetic environments. The system needs to be a complete, fielded system solution, not individual components. The delivered capability shall be mission-ready upon receipt and include all equipment necessary for sustained operations.
The complete solution shall include:
Two (2) Group 2 aircraft systems (sUAS), Ground control station(s) with accessories, ISR payload(s), Extended communications equipment, Battery systems and charging equipment, Payload delivery mechanisms, Transport/storage systems, Spare parts and maintenance kits, Training package, Software licenses and support.
**Please see attached "Purchase Description" document for a full description of this requirement**
LIST OF ITEMS TO MEET THE MISSION:
- 2 ea - Group 2 sUAS (PDW C100 aircraft or Equal)
- 1 set - spare legs
- 2 sets - spare propellers
- 2 ea - Data link antennas
- 16 ea - Long Endurance Performance (LEP) smart batteries
- 2 ea - Field-deployable multicam rucks.
- 1 ea - Battery charger in hard case
- 1 ea - USV SROCGround Control Station (GCS) with accessories
- 1 ea - Swappable Battery Module (SBM) kit with a two-slot dual charger and 2ea batteries
- 1 ea - Range extension kit
- 2 ea - Deployable rucks (multicam)
- 1 ea - Ruggedized battery case (16 - 18 slots)
- 2 ea - Mechanical Release devices
- 10ea - Mechanical drop release plates
- 3 years of software maintenance & support
- 3 day Training Course (minimum) with syllabus
- 1 year Manf Warranty
RESPONSES MUST PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:
- Name, address, CAGE Code, SAM UEI, and main point of contact of your company
- State whether your company has a GSA or NASA SEWP account and the Contract Number
- Provide a capability statement to show the ability to meet the requirement and how you will be able to perform the required work
- Provide any recent related work history
- Provide prior contract numbers if you have worked with the government recently
- Specify any and all socio-economic to which your business belongs (large business, small business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Section 8(a) etc.)
- Please identify the Sources Sought ID number FA483026Q0075 in the email subject line
All responses shall be received by Friday, 18 September 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Send responses via e-mail to SSgt Justin De Jesus, justin.de_jesus@us.af.mil by the response date and time.
Any questions regarding this Sources Sought can be directed to myself at justin.de_jesus@us.af.mil or at (229) 257-2084 by Friday, 18 September 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Attachments:
- Purchase Description
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase Description.pdf |
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