Echodyne EchoShield Radar System

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Notice type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Solicitation #
FA568226Q8034
NAICS
334511
PSC
5840
Set-aside
Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted
September 11, 2026
Response due
September 15, 2026
Place of performance
Aviano, IT-PN

What this opportunity is

The Department of Defense is seeking a small business to supply the Echodyne EchoShield Radar System, which includes radar units, a rapid deployment kit, software updates, technical support, and training for personnel. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 334511 and PSC 5840. The combined synopsis/solicitation notice indicates that interested vendors should track the opportunity closely, as it may require a formal proposal submission.

Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.

Description

EchoDyne EchoShield Radar System Salient Characterisitics Manufacturer Part Number Description Quantity EchoDyne 700025-300-30 EchoShield Radar, NATO Green 4 EchoDyne 700046-100-200 Rapid Deployment Kit – Gen 1 1 EchoDyne N/A Echoshield software updates & technical support package 36 months 4 One-time assembly instruction block and system training performed at Aviano AB for 4-8 personnel 1 -- 1 of 5 -- 1. Salient Characteristics: Radar System . It must meet the following minimum technical specifications: Technical Parameter Required Specification Antenna Technology Must utilize Metamaterials Electronically Steerable Array (MESA®) technology to achieve true electronic beam steering without moving parts . Frequency Band Operating in the Ku-Band (15.4 to 16.6 GHz) . Spatial Field of View 130° Azimuth x 90° Elevation dynamic volume coverage. Angular Accuracy Tracking accuracy must be < 0.5° in both Azimuth and Elevation to support precise optical (EO/IR) camera cueing . Track Capacity Must actively track > 40 high-priority targets and > 1,000 low-priority targets simultaneously . Detection Performance Group 1 UAS (e.g., DJI Phantom): > 2.7 km to 3.0 km Group 2 UAS (e.g., Matrice 600): > 4.8 km to 6.0 km Dismounted Human: > 8.0 km Tactical Vehicle: > 11.0 km -- 2 of 5 -- . Physical Dimensions Maximum footprint of 42.5 x 33 x 18 cm. Sensor Weight Maximum weight of 17.8 kg (39.2 lbs) per radar panel. Power Consumption < 250 Watts at maximum operating duty cycle (and < 100 Watts in hot standby) . Environmental Ingress Ruggedized to military standards (MIL-STD-810H), with an ingress rating of IP66 or IP67 -- 3 of 5 -- 2. Salient Characteristics: Rapid Deployment Kit (RDK) The RDK is designed to streamline tactical transport and permit field assembly of up to four radars into a unified, high-accuracy hemispherical situational awareness platform : System Component Required Specification Assembly Velocity System must be capable of tool-less field assembly and full operation in less than 1 hour by a 1-person team . Structural Frame Rugged, multi-axis heavy-duty tripod made of durable steel components designed for rapid remote emplacement . Integrated Junction Box • Mountable directly to the tripod. • Must support power/data lines for up to four (4) EchoShield radars. • Includes an integrated Layer-2 Ethernet Switch. • Provides a single C2 data interface and a single power interface. Power Supply Unit (PSU) • Tripod-mountable COMROD ComPact 2400 PSU (or exact equivalent). • Must provide stable power for up to four (4) active EchoShield radars plus ancillary equipment simultaneously. • Must support global wall-power variants (5-15P, Type E/F, Type G) . -- 4 of 5 -- Logistical Footprint Complete RDK (with structural and cabling elements) must pack down into no more than three (3) rugged, mobile transport cases (e.g., Pelican or equivalent) for rapid transport . -- 5 of 5 --

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