Request for Information (RFI) ? Small Form Factor Acoustic UAS/UAV Detection

The Naval Information Warfare Systems Command has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking information on small form factor acoustic systems for detecting and tracking unmanned aerial systems. The Special Notice, posted on June 12, 2025, is being managed by the Naval Warfare Information Center (NIWC) Atlantic in collaboration with the Office of Naval Research Advanced Technology Research Integrated Project Team. This opportunity represents the Department of the Navy's interest in advancing acoustic sensing technologies for counter-UAS applications. The RFI does not include any set-aside designations, making it open to all qualified contractors. The federal contract opportunity ID is c58180d17b4747ca8e1b46cb612c9660.

The primary objective of this RFI is to gather market intelligence on existing and emerging acoustic sensing systems capable of detecting and tracking unmanned aerial vehicles and unmanned aerial systems. Interested contractors have until July 11, 2025, to respond to this information request. The Navy is specifically focused on small form factor solutions, suggesting a preference for compact, portable, or easily deployable acoustic detection systems. No specific eligibility criteria or contractor qualifications are outlined in this Special Notice, indicating that responses are welcome from organizations across the defense technology sector. This RFI appears to be part of the Navy's broader counter-UAS research and development initiatives, potentially leading to future procurement opportunities for acoustic-based drone detection technologies.