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50mm weapon based Air Defense Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS)

Department of Defense · DEPT OF THE ARMY · Sources Sought · W15QKN-26-X-1C9P

posted 30 July 2026 · closed 31 August 2026 · NAICS 332993 · PSC 1310 · 5 postings

Summary

The U.S. Army is seeking sources to provide a 50 mm weapon‑based Air Defense Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft System (C‑UAS) that can track, engage and defeat Class 1‑3 UAV threats, including integration of an XM913 cannon and associated ammunition for testing and demonstration. The notice emphasizes the need for firms with manufacturing capability or access to sub‑tier vendors to develop, integrate and demonstrate this specialized C‑UAS capability.

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