Intent to Sole Source Archer 8" Drone Platform
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- M6786126Q0009
- Agency
-
Marine Corps
Department of the Navy, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336411 Aircraft Manufacturing
- PSC
- 1550 Unmanned Aircraft
- Place of performance
- Oklahoma 74014, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Marine Corps issued a Notice of Intent to Award a sole-source contract to Neros Technologies, INC for 20 Archer 8" FPV drones and training services, with responses due by May 14, 2026. This procurement is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. The 25th Marine Regiment, Marine Forces Reserve, requires the drone platform and operator training for 20 Marines to conduct operational FPV missions. The Government justifies sole-source award under FAR 6.302-1 based on the Archer system's active Defense Contract Management Agency BLUE UAS certification, compliance with NDAA Section 848 supply chain security requirements, and unique operational capabilities—specifically range and payload capacity in a compact form—that no other Blue UAS-cleared platform provides. The Archer system is already fielded across Marine Corps and other Department of War branches, ensuring critical interoperability and training continuity. Market research determined Neros Technologies, INC is the sole responsible manufacturer and distributor. Interested parties may submit capability statements by May 14, 2026 demonstrating authorized distributor status or ability to provide technically equivalent equipment meeting exact Archer specifications. The Government retains discretion to compete the contract based on responses received. Submit inquiries to Contracting Officer Franklin Smith (franklin.smith@usmc.mil) or Contract Specialist Sergeant Jordyn Edwards (jordyn.edwards@usmc.mil).
Notice text
25th Marine Regiment, Marine Forces Reserve has a requirement to procure 20 Archer 8 FPV Drones and respective training for 20 Marines to operate and utilize drones in an operational atmosphere.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source 26Q0009.pdf |
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