Intent to Sole Source - SMASH 2000LE
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA302226Q0015
- Agency
-
Air Education and Training Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 333310 Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Columbus, Mississippi 39705, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The 14th Contracting Squadron at Columbus Air Force Base issued a notice of intent to sole-source award to SmartShooter Inc. for the SMASH 2000LE fire control optics system, with a response deadline of August 28, 2026. This is a non-competitive procurement; however, interested parties may submit a capability statement for consideration in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future.
The Air Force seeks to fill an immediate capability gap identified by the Department of War Joint C-sUAS Office and recognized under DAF FM 679 waiver—a critical point defense shortfall for dismounted kinetic effects capability against small unmanned aerial systems. The SMASH 2000LE provides predictive tracking and fire control solution that enhances marksmanship, reduces collateral damage risk, and serves as a force-multiplier against fast-moving aerial and ground targets. The system attaches to existing M4 and M4A1 carbines and underwent operational testing at Schofield Barracks on May 1, 2024, achieving 65 percent average accuracy across 10 courses of fire.
Deliverables consist of six SMASH 2000LE systems, each with 12-month warranty, rechargeable batteries, battery charger, cables, accessories, case and operational guide, plus one spare parts kit. SmartShooter's sole-source justification cites standardization requirements across Maxwell AFB, Laughlin AFB, and Spangdahlem AFB; procuring alternatives would invalidate established doctrine and require new training and safety protocols. Capability statements, price lists, and supporting documentation must be submitted via email.
Notice text
The 14th Contracting Squadron at Columbus AFB, MS hereby gives NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE to SmartShooter Inc., 13405 Elevation Lane, Herndone, VA 20171, to provide all products/support IAW the Statement of Work for SMASH 2000LE fire control optics.
Description of Requirement: This acquisition is a strict sole-source procurement to fill an immediate capability gap identified by the Department of War (DoW) Joint C-sUAS Office (JCO) and recognized under the DAF FM 679 waiver. The "capability gap" refers to the critical point defense shortfall for a dismounted kinetic effects capability, specifically against small, unmanned aerial systems (sUAS). The SMASH 2000LE system is required to fill this immediate capability gap by providing a predictive tracking and fire control solution that enhances marksmanship, reduces the risk of collateral damage, and serves as a force-multiplier against fast-moving aerial and ground targets.
Deliverables:
6ea SMASH 2000LE System
• Each SMASH 2000 ENHANCED is provided with a 12-months warranty and includes Sighting unit (including Lock button), Fire Block Mechanism (replaceable hand grip), (3) rechargeable batteries, (1) battery charger, cables & accessories, case and operational guide.
1ea Spare Parts Kit
This is not a solicitation for competitive quotes; however, if any interested party believes they can provide this service without compromising manufacturing, delivery, warranty, system integrity, or proprietary software licensing constraints, you may submit a statement of capabilities to be considered.
A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed requirement is based upon responses to this notice and is solely within the discretion of the Government.
Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future. The capability statement, a price list, and any other information furnished must be sent via email only and must contain material in sufficient detail to allow the Government to determine if the vendor can meet the requirements without violating SmartShooter Inc.'s exclusive software and hardware ownership.
Capability statements and related materials must be e-mailed directly to SrA Holly Walters at holly.walters.2@us.af.mil and Jones, Nina M at nina.jones.2@us.af.mil no later than 12:00 PM Central Daylight Time on 28 August 2026.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| MFR SMASH Sole Source Justification signed.pdf |
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