Request for Information - Omni-Directional Acoustic Sensor

The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Special Warfare Program Office is conducting market research to identify potential sources for a man-portable Omni-directional Acoustic Sensor capable of detecting Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) for both mounted and dismounted operations. The sensor must function as a passive detection system to avoid adversarial detection, provide near-instantaneous bearing identification for UAS, vehicles, and small arms fire, integrate with an End User Device (EUD), and track targets using decibel readings. All performance parameters are designated as Threshold equals Objective (T=O), meaning threshold and objective requirements are identical with no differentiation between minimum and desired performance levels. Responses must not exceed 15 pages and should include company information, small business certifications, product capabilities and specifications, supporting documentation such as pictures and test results, pricing information, and compliance details regarding the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment. Responses are due electronically by 12:00 PM Eastern time on May 4, 2026, to the identified contracting officer and program managers.

This Request for Information is issued for market research purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment to procure. No set-aside designations apply to this opportunity. Interested vendors must demonstrate the capability to deliver two units within six months and provide rough order of magnitude pricing along with development cost estimates if applicable. Respondents should include current contract performance information, commercial availability status, warranty terms, spare parts details, and training information with associated costs. The opportunity is designated under NAICS Code 334511 for Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. Responses will be evaluated based on the vendor's ability to meet the specified Key Performance Parameters, demonstrate manufacturing capability, provide competitive pricing, and ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations and domestic content requirements.