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
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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
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.
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
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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)
.
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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
.
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Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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