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

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Army Contracting Command Aberdeen Proving Ground is conducting market research for an acoustic Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) detection and localization solution designed for dismounted soldiers. The United States Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) C5ISR Center issued this Request for Information (RFI) to identify complete systems or subsystems capable of passively detecting Group 1 UAS platforms. The procurement seeks solutions that can effectively detect and locate small unmanned aircraft systems to enhance soldier situational awareness and force protection in tactical environments. Responses to this pre-solicitation notice are due by March 3, 2026, providing interested contractors with approximately six weeks to submit their technical and capability information. The government will evaluate submissions based on the ability to meet acoustic detection requirements, system performance specifications, and integration feasibility with dismounted force operations, though detailed evaluation criteria are available in the attached RFI documentation.

This pre-solicitation notice includes no set-aside designations, making it open to all eligible contractors. The government file provided does not specify potential incumbents, current contractors, or award values at this stage of market research. No specific quantity of units or contract value information has been disclosed in this pre-solicitation phase, as the RFI is designed to assess market capability and gather technical information before formal solicitation. The timeline indicates that a formal solicitation may follow this market research phase, with interested vendors encouraged to respond promptly to demonstrate their technical capabilities and readiness to compete. Contractors should review the complete RFI document for detailed technical requirements, submission instructions, and any questions regarding the acoustic UAS detection solution specifications.