SFS Drone Detection System

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Notice type
Solicitation
Solicitation #
FA302226Q0012
NAICS
334511
PSC
5865
Set-aside
Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted
August 5, 2026
Response due
August 6, 2026
Place of performance
Columbus, MS

What this opportunity is

The Department of Defense is seeking a small business to provide a Drone Shield Immediate Response Kit, which includes necessary equipment, services, and training for counter-small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS) capabilities at Columbus AFB, MS. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses and requires the contractor to deliver, install, and integrate the system within 45 days of order receipt. Interested vendors should note that this is a solicitation notice, indicating the need to prepare a bid rather than simply track the opportunity.

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

Description

Page 1 of 2 STATEMENT OF WORK FOR DRONE DETECTION Revised 20 JUL 26 1.0 Objective &Scope The purpose of this acquisition is for one (1) Drone Shield Immediate Response Kit including all associated non-personal services, labor, tools, and equipment required for set-up and implantation. Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS) equipment to support Columbus AFB / 14th Security Forces Squadron. 2.0 Strict Brand Name Requirement IAW DAFI31-101_DAFGM2025-01, 29 July 2025 para. 4.5. (U) Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS). The Drone Shield Immediate Response Kit was explicitly tested and approved for purchase by Air Education and Training Command (AETC) as a compliant system. A comprehensive C-sUAS solution will provide early warning and response capabilities to defenders, reduce risk to training operations, and produce auditable data for command decision- making. The selected solution must provide both detection and defeat capabilities to fully address the mission requirements. 3.0 Place of Performance The place of performance for all deliveries, inspection, and acceptance shall be: 680 Seventh Street, Suite 121, Columbus AFB, MS 39710. The contactor will be responsible for the installation, integration, and training for the security forces group. 4.0 Period of Performance 4.1 Hardware Delivery: The contractor shall deliver all equipment specified in Section 5.0 within 45 days after receipt of order (ARO). 5.0 Equipment & Deliverables Contractor shall provide the following new Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Drone Shield items. No gray market or refurbished items will be accepted. 1ea Drone Shield Immediate Response Kit Magnetic Antenna Kit Wideband (MAK WB) C2-Tactical Rugged Belt (DELL) C2-Tactical Software Configuration C2 Tactical Annual Subscription (Year 2+) RFAI Annual Subscription for RFPATROL MK2 (Year 2+) Additional Year Warranty (Year 2+, Max 3 Years) On-site operator training (Train the Trainer/Basic Operator) -- 1 of 2 -- Page 2 of 2 6.0 On-Site Integration Services 6.1 System Configuration & Integration The Contractor shall power on all installed hardware, update all components to the latest Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) firmware, and load the most current Drone Shield threat library. 6.2 Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) & Calibration Calibration: The Contractor shall conduct RF baseline mapping and calibrate the detection sensors to minimize false positives based on the specific electromagnetic environment at Columbus AFB. Verification: The Contractor shall execute a Site Acceptance Test (SAT) in the presence of the government representative. The SAT must demonstrate successful power-up, component communication, and simulated or live detection/defeat of a test signal (if authorized by base spectrum managers). Sign-off: Final Government acceptance of the installation occurs only after the government representative signs the SAT completion document. 7.0 Warranty & Support The contractor shall provide the standard commercial OEM warranty for all Drone Shield hardware, commencing on the date of government acceptance. The contractor must also ensure the government receives authorized access to OEM firmware and threat-library updates for the duration of the software license. 8.0 Delivery & Acceptance All deliverables shall be shipped FOB Destination to 680 Seventh Street, Suite 121, Columbus AFB, MS 39710. Final acceptance will occur upon government inspection to verify that the delivered items exactly match the requested Drone Shield and are free of physical defects. -- 2 of 2 --

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