Request for Information - Small Uncrewed Aerial System (sUAS) Capabilities   2

Background
The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) is seeking information on Small Uncrewed Aerial Systems (sUAS) capabilities to enhance operational effectiveness across various missions. The goal of this initiative is to explore methodologies and identify potential solutions in five specific lines of effort (LOEs): Hardware, Software, Communications, Sensors, and Kinetics. These efforts aim to fulfill missions such as Long Range One Way Attack, Air Interdiction, Medium Range OWA, Air Launched Effects, and Medium Range Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance.

Work Details
The AFLCMC is looking for commercially available or near-commercially available sUAS solutions that support Group 1 (up to 20 pounds), Group 2 (20-55 pounds), and Group 3 (55-1,320 pounds) operations. The desired outcomes include:
- Enhanced Operational Capabilities: Reliable sUAS platforms for various mission sets.
- Rapid Fielding: Production-ready systems within 6 months of contract award.
- Secure and Tamper-Resistant Systems: Robust security measures for operational integrity.
- Sustainable and Maintainable Systems: Efficient support plans to minimize lifecycle costs.
- Interoperable and Adaptable Systems: Open architecture interfaces for integration with existing systems.
- Exportable Technology: Systems that can be exported to approved foreign partners.

Key Performance Parameters (KPPs) include:
- System Security and Anti-Tamper Protection
- Battery Power Storage Requirements
- Cybersecurity Measures
- High Operational Availability
- Reliable Command and Control in Flight
- Autonomous Swarming Capabilities

Key System Attributes include:
- Autonomous flight path planning
- Nautical Mile Range requirements
- Payload Weight Capacity specifications
- Various launch methods including Vertical Takeoff and Landing
- Accurate Position/Navigation/Timing data
- Secure Data Link and Radio communications

Period of Performance
Production-ready systems must be available within 6 months of contract award.

Place of Performance
Wright Patterson AFB OH 45433 UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Offerors must comply with all applicable FAA regulations and safety standards. All drones and critical components must be compliant with section 848 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020.