SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR THE DEVCOM ARMAMENTS CENTER KINETIC COUNTER-UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS (C-UAS) INDUSTRY DAY

INTRODUCTION

The United States (U.S.) Army Contracting Command-New Jersey (ACC-NJ), Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000, on behalf of U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Armaments Center (AC), located at Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey, is issuing this Sources Sought Notice (SSN) as a means of conducting Market Research to identify potential sources having an interest in supporting the development of kinetic Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) systems. The results of this Market Research will contribute to determining the scope of further development and potential development partners. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding submissions.

PROGRAM BACKGROUND

The Army is pursuing C-UAS concepts for several key reasons, stemming from an evolving threat landscape and a need for adaptable defensive capabilities.

Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) are increasingly accessible and utilized by potential adversaries, posing a growing threat to personnel, facilities, and operations. This threat is not static and requires a dynamic defensive approach.

The speed and agility of UAS necessitates a rapid and effective response capability. Traditional air defense systems are often not suited to address the low-altitude, slow-moving threat posed by many UAS. The Army requires a C-UAS capability that can be adapted to a variety of missions and environments. Developing a modular platform-agnostic system allows for the integration of diverse countermeasures tailored to specific threats.

C-UAS capabilities are critical for protecting Soldiers, bases, and critical infrastructure from the potential hazards posed by hostile UAS, including reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and direct attack.

Investing in C-UAS technologies ensures the Army maintains a technological advantage over potential adversaries who may be employing UAS.

The Army is pursuing C-UAS concepts to address a significant and evolving threat, protect its forces, and maintain its operational advantage on the modern battlefield.

TIMELINE & CONTEXT

DEVCOM AC has extensive experience providing cutting-edge capabilities to the warfighter through joint U.S. Government agency collaboration to inform requirements development for the future fight utilizing C-UAS technologies. DEVCOM AC maintains a strong Science and Technology (S&T) presence in the C-UAS domain, with previous efforts delivering component and system capabilities.

DEVCOM AC is now prepared to host an Industry Day to further explain this developing C-UAS integration approach and its potential for industry collaboration.

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES

To accelerate the development of a robust and adaptable C-UAS capability, we are seeking information on current and emerging technologies for the kinetic, physical defeat of small UAS. We require details in the following key areas:

Information on the specific modality of defeat, such as gun/munition-based, Interceptor UAS, etc.

Information on tested or predicted capabilities, such as defeat ranges, cost-per-kill, and stowed kills (magazine depth).

Description of the Size, Weight, Power, and Cost of the overall system and effectors.

Information on the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and overall maturity of the design, to include development timelines and planned demonstrations.

Description of potential collateral damage effects of the system.

Information on interoperability with Command & Control (C2) systems, C-UAS detection and tracking sensors, mobility platforms, and other weapon systems.

Descriptions of safety features, protocols, and architectures critical for the safe and reliable operation, including fail-safe mechanisms and hazard mitigation strategies.

Information on any other specific capabilities or limitations of the system.

PURPOSE

The rapid evolution and increasing proliferation of UAS technology necessitate a comprehensive understanding of available kinetic Counter-UAS (C-UAS) solutions. This Sources Sought Notice and accompanying Industry Day are designed to identify, understand, and evaluate all kinetic C-UAS approaches currently offered by industry. Our goal is to gain a complete picture of the current kinetic C-UAS landscape to inform future development efforts.

INDUSTRY DAY

DEVCOM AC is hosting an in-person one-day Industry Day event on 24 March 2026 to discuss current C-UAS concepts and technologies. Key Government stakeholders involved in C-UAS capability development will be in attendance.

The morning session will feature presentations from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) outlining key aspects of the C-UAS mission, including user needs, design considerations, mission constraints, and relevant safety considerations.

The afternoon will be dedicated to a panel discussion with Government SMEs, providing industry partners with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the current approach to C-UAS concepts.

Please note that no competition-sensitive or vendor proprietary information will be released. General questions from industry clarifying points from the Government’s presentation may be shared with all participants. All company information received will be treated confidentially. The Government will not entertain contractor non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).

Industry is cordially invited to attend the DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C-UAS Industry to be held on 24 March 2026:

0830 to 1630 Eastern Standard Time with check-in to begin at 0800.

Location: Cannon Gates Club, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806

EVENT ADMINISTRATIVE NOTES

Please refrain from bringing large hardware.

REGISTRATION

Registration will be limited to U.S. based companies. Foreign visitors will not be granted admittance to the event. Registration may be limited due to facility size restrictions.

Companies interested in attending the DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C-UAS Industry Day must complete the following:

DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C-UAS Industry Day Registration.

Company Overview/Product Sheet (Maximum 2 pages, 12-point font, 3-4 pictures)

Complete registration form (attachment 1) for all participants and send Company Overviews to the Registration Point of Contacts (POCs), Qendresa Neza at email: qendresa.neza.civ@army.mil and Nicole L. Thalmann, nicole.l.thalmann.civ@army.mil  with the Subject Line “Response to DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C-UAS Industry Day, Company Name.”

Registration must be submitted by 06 MAR 2026.

Attendee substitutions will be permitted if advance notice and all required documentation is provided at least seven days before the Industry Day. All other substitutions are prohibited. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

PRE-INDUSTRY DAY QUESTIONS

Pre-Industry Day questions can be submitted in advance (before the registration cut-off) of the event. Questions and answers (Q&A) will be presented and addressed with other companies present, in an open forum during the general Q&A session. All information discussed at Industry Day will be unclassified.

Please submit questions with your registration form, if you have already submitted the form please send them by 06 MAR 2026 by 5 p.m. Eastern Time to the Registration POCs:  Qendresa Neza at email: qendresa.neza.civ@army.mil, Nicole L. Thalmann, nicole.l.thalmann.civ@army.mil.

ELIGIBILITY

The applicable NAICS code for this requirement is 332994 with a Small Business Size Standard of 1000. The Product Service Code (PSC) is 1095.

DISCLAIMER

This Sources Sought Notice is for Informational Purposes Only. This is not a Request For Proposal (RFP) to be submitted. It does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. Responses in any form are not offers and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. In accordance with FAR 52.215-3 request for information or solicitation for planning purposes, the Government will not pay for any costs incurred as a result of this special notice; to include any costs associated with attending the Industry Day #1 as well as any costs associated with a cancellation of this event for any reason, including but not limited to funding constraints. All information submitted in response to this special notice, or the Industry Day, shall be provided at no cost or obligation by the Government. The Government is not obligated to notify respondents of any results of the Industry Day. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary and any documentation provided to the Government will not be returned.