10 days agoDoD Awards AeroVironment $500M Indefinite Delivery Contract for C-UAS Enhancements
The Department of Defense has awarded a $500 million IDIQ contract to AeroVironment to enhance counter-drone technologies at U.S. military installations. The initial task order valued at $80.5 million will deploy cutting-edge systems at Air Force Global Strike Command bases, highlighting a significant investment in drone defense capabilities.
21 days agoCBP to Release $100M Aerospace Engineering Contract for AMO Support
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) plans a $100 million contract for aerospace engineering support for its Air and Marine Operations fleet. The HUBZone small business set-aside contract is expected to be solicited around July 17, with awards announced in Q4 FY 2026, impacting aviation modernization efforts until 2031.
41 days agoCBP Seizes Illicit Firearms Shipment from China at JFK Airport
Customs and Border Protection seized Glock conversion devices at JFK, linked to ongoing homicides. This underscores the need for enhanced security procurement to address emerging threats in firearms trafficking.