UAS Controlled Via Fiber Optic Cable

The FBI's Finance and Facilities Division, operating under the Department of Justice, is conducting market research to identify vendors capable of manufacturing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) controlled via fiber optic cable. The primary requirement is that the UAS must operate through fiber optic control between the aircraft and Ground Control Station while maintaining compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The solicitation places no restrictions on UAS size, class, or capability, allowing vendors flexibility in their approach. Interested companies must submit capability statements in PDF, Microsoft Word, or Excel format, limited to 10 pages, that include administrative information such as company contact details, DUNS number, business type, and SAM-registered NAICS codes. The deadline for submitting capability statements is December 23, 2025, at 1:00 PM Central Time, with all questions required to be submitted by December 10, 2025, to bames@fbi.gov for response on SAM.gov.

This Request for Information is open to both small and large businesses with no set-aside designation applied. No specific award value, budget range, or contract quantity has been disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, as this is strictly a market research initiative with no commitment to issue a formal solicitation or award a contract. The RFI does not identify any current contractors or incumbents, suggesting this may represent a new capability requirement for the FBI. The six-week response window from posting to proposal deadline provides vendors adequate time to develop and submit their capability statements. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) and PSC code 1550 (Unmanned Aircraft), indicating the government's specific focus on established aerospace manufacturers and UAS specialists.