The Demand Signal: AI & Autonomy (retired)

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QUADCOPTER

Department of Defense · DEPT OF THE ARMY · Combined Synopsis/Solicitation · W911S226U3193

posted 6 May 2026 · closed 16 May 2026 · NAICS 336411 · PSC 1550 · 2 postings

Summary

The Department of the Army is seeking to procure a minimum of seven quadcopter frames with at least 1 km flight distance and 10 minutes flight time, meeting specific cybersecurity and domestic content requirements. The notice emphasizes that the drones must not transmit data to foreign entities, cannot connect to the internet, and must use standalone ground control equipment.

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