PACAF - Small Unmanned Aircraft System

Department of Defense · DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE · Sources Sought · FA521526N0002

posted 10 September 2026 · closed 16 September 2026 · NAICS 336411 · PSC 1550

Summary

The Department of the Air Force is seeking sources to provide a small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) that can operate autonomously, vertically take off and land, carry up to 65 kg, and meet specified range, battery, spare parts, software, hardware, training, and delivery requirements. The procurement focuses on acquiring an advanced drone capability for Pacific Air Forces operations, emphasizing autonomous flight and payload capacity.

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