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Dismounted, Man-portable, Handheld, Counter-Unmanned System (MPHC)

Department of Defense · DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE · Sources Sought · FA852026MPHC

posted 20 April 2026 · closed 26 May 2026 · 10 postings

Summary

The Department of the Air Force issued a Sources Sought notice to learn about existing dismounted, man‑portable, handheld counter‑unmanned systems (MPHC) that can detect, track, identify and defeat hostile drones. The request seeks information on ready‑to‑deploy solutions and may lead to an Industry or Demonstration Day, but no procurement commitment has been made.

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