UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS PLATFORMS, BATTERIES, AND CHARGERS

AI Summary

The Department of Defense is conducting a market survey through a Request for Information to gather data on unmanned aerial systems platforms, batteries, and charging solutions. This initiative aims to develop a common battery and charging interface to enhance interoperability and mission effectiveness. Responses are sought from industry, academia, and government partners.

Contract details

Solicitation No.: W56KGU-26-R-UASA
Notice Type: Sources Sought
Posted Date: January 28, 2026
Response Deadline: February 13, 2026
NAICS Code: 336411 AI guide
PSC / Class Code: 1550
Issuing Office: W6QK ACC-APG
Sub-Agency: DEPT OF THE ARMY
Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE
Primary Contact: Alexandra Karalekas
City: ABERDEEN PROVING GROU
State: MD
ZIP Code: 21005-1846
AI Product/Service: both

Description

The proliferation of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) across the Department of Defense has introduced a significant logistical burden due to the wide variety of proprietary batteries, chargers, and power interfaces. The lack of a common standard impedes interoperability, increasing the physical and cognitive load on the warfighter.

To address this challenge, this Request for Information (RFI) is being issued to conduct a market survey of the current landscape of UAS platforms, batteries, and charging solutions. The data gathered from this effort will be used to inform the development of a common battery/charging interface. The establishment of such a standard is a critical Science & Technology (S&T) objective that supports C5ISR strategic priorities with PAE Maneuver Air, CPE Aviation and PAE Maneuver Ground, CPE Ground by enhancing the sustainability and mission effectiveness of UAS assets. This Request for Information has been endorsed by PM UAS.

SCOPE

This RFI seeks clear, concise, and comprehensive responses from industry, academia, and government partners to address the following areas:

Market Survey: Provide technical information on currently available UAS platforms and their associated battery and charging components. The primary focus is to identify and document the specifications of the physical, electrical, and data interfaces used to connect these systems.

Key dates

January 28, 2026Posted Date
February 13, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

AI search tags

unmanned aerial systems batteries charging solutions defense logistics market survey

Frequently asked questions

UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS PLATFORMS, BATTERIES, AND CHARGERS is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.