SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR THE DEVCOM ARMAMENTS CENTER KINETIC COUNTER - UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS ( C - UAS ) INDUSTRY DAY

2026-11-03

W15QKN - 26 - X - 1B0T Amendment 0003DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C - UAS Industry DayThe purpose of amendment 0003 to SAM . gov posting W15QKN - 26 - X - 1B0T is as follows : Inform industry that we are no longer accepting registrations as we have reached capacity . Contractors will be notified of their final acceptance into the event over the next couple of weeks . Contractors are still welcome to continue to submit capability statements for market research purposes through 10 April 2026 . No other changes to posting W15QKN - 26 - X - 1B0T have been made . End of Amendment 0003W15QKN - 26 - X - 1B0T Amendment 0002DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C - UAS Industry DayThe purpose of amendment 0002 to SAM . gov posting W15QKN - 26 - X - 1B0T is as follows : Reiterate that the date for this industry day has been changed to 28 April 2026All attendees must complete the attached Non - Disclosure Agreement ( NDA ) in order to attend industry day . NDA must be submitted with registration , or within 7 days of the posting of amendment 0002 ( this notice ) for those who have already submitted their registration . Some of the information presented during the Industry Event may contain information with a Distribution “ D ” restriction but no Secret or Classified information will be shared . As such , all attendees must complete the attached NDA and provide back to the Government in order to attend . Additionally , attendees must be US citizens , and their registered company must be registered and cleared in the Joint Certification Program ( JCP ) in order to attend . JCP registration will be verified . Companies who have submitted their registration form , NDA and who ’ s JCP registration has been verified will be contacted directly to confirm they are registered and approved to attend industry day . Due to the large number of responses and to facilitate a meaningful event , registration is being limited to a maximum of two ( 2 ) representatives per Company . Additionally , attendance may be limited to Companies who indicate a capability that is in line with the events intent ( kinetic c - uas ). Any respondents who are determined to be outside the scope of the event will be notified via email . Post the below Questions and Answers posed by interested vendorsQuestions and Answers : 1 . Is this a virtual and onsite industry day , or only onsite ? RESPONSE : Onsite only at Picatinny Arsenal2 . Can the white paper be submitted with the registration on or before 10 April , 2026 ? RESPONSE : Yes , White Papers or Capability statements should be submitted at time of registration , prior to the 10 April 2026 deadline . 3 . When is a schedule / instructions for arrival expected to be available ? RESPONSE : An agenda will be provided closer to the time of the event . 4 . I am NOT an American Citizen can I still attend industry day ? RESPONSE : All attendees must be United States citizens . 5 . I am a contractor supporting the Headquarters Air Force , can I attend industry day ? RESPONSE : At this time registration is limited to Industry partners . In the event that there is space available for Government representatives to attend , they will be contacted by an event representative . 6 . VAR required for attendance , or can I just bring a CAC card and ID ? RESPONSE : All attendees must submit their registration and NDA in order to attend the event . All visitors will undergo a Criminal Background Check prior to admittance to the Arsenal . All attendee ’ s must have a Real ID Driver ’ s license in order to access the Arsenal . If they do not possess a Real ID Driver ’ s License , they are required to provide a valid Passport or Social Security card ( original only ) as a secondary form of ID . 7 . The registration form on Sam . gov appears to be for vendors / presenters only . Is this the correct form for attendees / observers as well ? RESPONSE : At this time registration is limited to Industry partners . In the event that there is space available for Government representatives to attend , they will be contacted by an event representative . 8 . Can you please confirm that I have been accepted and will be able to access the event upon my arrival ? If I have not been accepted yet , please let me know when I would be notified that I have been accepted . If I would like to submit a 1 - 2 page company brochure , can I just send it to you ? By when do you need that to be submitted ? Do I need to resend the Excel file along with the company brochure , or just send it on its own ? Please confirm the date , time and address is still correct . RESPONSE : Short marketing material ( brochures , capabilities statements , white papers ) maximum 2 pages can be submitted along with your registration . Notification of acceptance / rejection of registration will be provided over the next couple of weeks but no later than 15 APRIL 2026 . Registration deadline is 10 APRIL 2026 . Event details are as follows : Industry is cordially invited to attend the DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C - UAS Industry to be held on 28 April 2026 : 0830 to 1630 Eastern Standard Time with check - in to begin at 0800 . Location : Cannon Gates Club , Picatinny Arsenal , NJ 078069 . Could you please advise whether a list of event attendees will be made available to industry ? Additionally , we would welcome clarification as to whether a Blue UAS assessment will be a requirement associated with this effort . RESPONSE : A list of Industry registrants / attendees will not be publicly posted . However , the event will allow for ample networking time . Also , there is no specific requirement tied to this event . This event is solely for market research and industry engagement purposes10 . Will there be a separate invitation for Government / Military ? RESPONSE : At this time registration is limited to Industry partners . In the event that there is space available for Government representatives to attend , they will be contacted by an event representative . 11 . Would you consider having a " Non - Kinetic " C - UAS offered at your Industry Day . RESPONSE : Due to the high volume of interest at this time , “ non - kinetic ” c - UAS is not being considered . However , there may be interest in the future . Please keep an eye on SAM . gov for any future opportunities that may suit your businesses capabilities . No other changes to posting W15QKN - 26 - X - 1B0T have been made . End of Amendment 0002W15QKN - 26 - X - 1B0T Amendment 001DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C - UAS Industry DayThe purpose of amendment 0001 to SAM . gov posting W15QKN - 26 - X - 1B0T is as follows : A ) Revise the event date to 28 April 2026 from 24 March 2026 . Registration must be submitted by 10 April 2026 . B ) Post the below Questions and Answers posed by interested vendors1 . Will DEVCOM AC Be Conducting 1 - On - 1 Sessions ? RESPONSE : No , One on One sessions will not be held during this event . 2 . Are you looking for companies that can provide a complete solution , or would a Sub - system supplier also be welcomed to attend the event ? RESPONSE : The Government is interested in engaging with both complete solution providers and sub - system suppliers . 3 . Is this a new requirement or a follow - on to an existing contract ? If the latter , could you provide me with the Contractor Name and Contract #? RESPONSE : This notice is not associated with any specific requirement or contract . The purpose of the event is to facilitate engagement between Industry and the Government on the state of the technology and market landscape of kinetic Counter - Unmanned Aerial System ( C - UAS ) systems . 4 . Regarding the information requested in the “ Required Capabilities ” section of the Sources Sought Notice ( SSN ), is the USG looking for a White Paper response , a 1 - 2 page brochure on each capability , or will Industry be allowed to present this information during potential 1 - on - 1 sessions . That portion of the SSN is very unclear – the “ required capabilities ” request does not have guidance on how Industry should respond . RESPONSE : One on One sessions will not be held during this event . The “ Required Capabilities ” portion of the notice is to help Industry identify the areas the Government is seeking information . Industry is welcome to submit a capabilities statement prior to the event . As noted in the “ Registration ” section , company overview / product sheets should be a maximum of 2 pages . 5 . In the registration form , do I need to separately list all individuals that will be attending ( i . e ., each individual is populated as a line item )? Or should I simply include only one line item for the group representing our organization ? If attendees should be listed separately , what is meant by “ Please list priority order ” in cell D4 with regard to full legal name ? Response - All individuals must be listed separately . This is required for access to Picatinny Arsenal for the event . Priority order must be included in the event attendance needs to be scaled back due to venue size restrictions . 6 . For the required Company Overview / Product Sheet document – is this simply a general overview or do we need to include information specific to C - UAS ? If it is the latter , what kind of information is required ? Is it the information described as sought by DEVCOM AC under “ REQUIRED CAPABILITIES ” in the referenced notice ? Response - The “ Required Capabilities ” portion of the notice is to help Industry identify the areas the Government is seeking information . Industry is welcome to submit a capabilities statement prior to the event . As noted in the “ Registration ” section , company overview / product sheets should be a maximum of 2 pages . While general information is acceptable , capabilities specifically related to the “ Required Capabilities ” would be beneficial . 7 . We are a Traditional Large Business > 1000 , I would like to check with you if we are eligible to respond to this notice and participate to the Industry Day ? Response - The Industry Day event is open to all businesses regardless of size . 8 . I am on a DEVCOM AC project team working on small - caliber C - UAS solutions , and we have an interest in learning about current COTS solutions within this area . Is registration required for us to attend the industry day on 3 / 24 ( or is there any attendance cap )? Could I be added to any distribution list in the event that there are changes / updates made to the event ? Response - Thank you for your interest in attending this event . Due to space limitations , priority will be given to our industry partners to ensure maximum engagement with the private sector . However , if additional space becomes available , we will let you know and offer a seat to you . Government representatives will also be happy to share key findings and insights from the event with other Government personnel . We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to make this event as impactful as possible . Please complete the Registration form and indicate what Government agency you are from in Company name , and in the Capabilities section , please enter your Mission and how it relates to kinetic C - UAS . 9 . I am a contractor at DHS in the C - UAS team , would like us to also fill out and submit the same Excel registration form as the companies ? Response - Thank you for your interest in attending this event . Due to space limitations , priority will be given to our industry partners to ensure maximum engagement with the private sector . However , if additional space becomes available , we will let you know and offer a seat to you . Government representatives will also be happy to share key findings and insights from the event with other Government personnel . We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to make this event as impactful as possible . Please complete the Registration form and indicate what Government agency you are from in Company name , and in the Capabilities section , please enter your Mission and how it relates to kinetic C - UAS . 10 . Is there any more information available regarding this industry day ? Suggestions for local hotels or anything else like that ? Agenda ? Dress Code ? ID requirements or any pre - authorizations beyond what I ' ve already submitted ? Anything else we ' d need to be aware of or provide ? Response - Lodging can be found in Rockaway , NJ , which is the closest town to Picatinny Arsenal . All attendee ’ s must have a Real ID Driver ’ s license in order to access the Arsenal . If they do not possess a Real ID Driver ’ s License , they are required to provide a valid Passport or Social Security card ( original only ) as a secondary form of ID . All visitors will undergo a Criminal Background Check prior to admittance to the Arsenal . 11 . Am I correct in assuming that another military organization such as T2com is the user for this solicitation ? If not T2com , are you at liberty to share the name of that organization ? If so , would you also be at liberty to provide a point of contact / contact information within that organization , if possible as it would be very helpful to be able to communicate directly with them ? I am really trying to find someone who can provide any additional existing requirements documents for short range UAS to see which might be compatible with the products we are currently developing . Response - This event is being hosted by DEVCOM AC , which is an organization within T2COM . This event is not linked to any specific requirement or request for proposals . The Government is interested in engaging with both complete solution providers and sub - system suppliers . If you believe your firm has potential kinetic C - UAS solution / s please feel free to submit your registration for this event . No other changes to posting W15QKN - 26 - X - 1B0T have been made . End of Amendment 0001INTRODUCTIONThe United States ( U . S .) Army Contracting Command - New Jersey ( ACC - NJ ), Picatinny Arsenal , NJ 07806 - 5000 , on behalf of U . S . Army Combat Capabilities Development Command ( DEVCOM ) Armaments Center ( AC ), located at Picatinny Arsenal , New Jersey , is issuing this Sources Sought Notice ( SSN ) as a means of conducting Market Research to identify potential sources having an interest in supporting the development of kinetic Counter - Unmanned Aerial System ( C - UAS ) systems . The results of this Market Research will contribute to determining the scope of further development and potential development partners . Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged , and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding submissions . PROGRAM BACKGROUNDThe Army is pursuing C - UAS concepts for several key reasons , stemming from an evolving threat landscape and a need for adaptable defensive capabilities . Unmanned Aerial Systems ( UAS ) are increasingly accessible and utilized by potential adversaries , posing a growing threat to personnel , facilities , and operations . This threat is not static and requires a dynamic defensive approach . The speed and agility of UAS necessitates a rapid and effective response capability . Traditional air defense systems are often not suited to address the low - altitude , slow - moving threat posed by many UAS . The Army requires a C - UAS capability that can be adapted to a variety of missions and environments . Developing a modular platform - agnostic system allows for the integration of diverse countermeasures tailored to specific threats . C - UAS capabilities are critical for protecting Soldiers , bases , and critical infrastructure from the potential hazards posed by hostile UAS , including reconnaissance , electronic warfare , and direct attack . Investing in C - UAS technologies ensures the Army maintains a technological advantage over potential adversaries who may be employing UAS . The Army is pursuing C - UAS concepts to address a significant and evolving threat , protect its forces , and maintain its operational advantage on the modern battlefield . TIMELINE & CONTEXTDEVCOM AC has extensive experience providing cutting - edge capabilities to the warfighter through joint U . S . Government agency collaboration to inform requirements development for the future fight utilizing C - UAS technologies . DEVCOM AC maintains a strong Science and Technology ( S & T ) presence in the C - UAS domain , with previous efforts delivering component and system capabilities . DEVCOM AC is now prepared to host an Industry Day to further explain this developing C - UAS integration approach and its potential for industry collaboration . REQUIRED CAPABILITIESTo accelerate the development of a robust and adaptable C - UAS capability , we are seeking information on current and emerging technologies for thekinetic , physical defeat of small UAS . We require details in the following key areas : Information on the specific modality of defeat , such as gun / munition - based , Interceptor UAS , etc . Information on tested or predicted capabilities , such as defeat ranges , cost - per - kill , and stowed kills ( magazine depth ). Description of the Size , Weight , Power , and Cost of the overall system and effectors . Information on the Technology Readiness Level ( TRL ) and overall maturity of the design , to include development timelines and planned demonstrations . Description of potential collateral damage effects of the system . Information on interoperability with Command & Control ( C2 ) systems , C - UAS detection and tracking sensors , mobility platforms , and other weapon systems . Descriptions of safety features , protocols , and architectures critical for the safe and reliable operation , including fail - safe mechanisms and hazard mitigation strategies . Information on any other specific capabilities or limitations of the system . PURPOSEThe rapid evolution and increasing proliferation of UAS technology necessitate a comprehensive understanding of available kinetic Counter - UAS ( C - UAS ) solutions . This Sources Sought Notice and accompanying Industry Day are designed to identify , understand , and evaluate all kinetic C - UAS approaches currently offered by industry . Our goal is to gain a complete picture of the current kinetic C - UAS landscape to inform future development efforts . INDUSTRY DAYDEVCOM AC is hosting an in - person one - day Industry Day event on 28 April 2026 to discuss current C - UAS concepts and technologies . Key Government stakeholders involved in C - UAS capability development will be in attendance . The morning session will feature presentations from Subject Matter Experts ( SMEs ) outlining key aspects of the C - UAS mission , including user needs , design considerations , mission constraints , and relevant safety considerations . The afternoon will be dedicated to a panel discussion with Government SMEs , providing industry partners with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the current approach to C - UAS concepts . Please note that no competition - sensitive or vendor proprietary information will be released . General questions from industry clarifying points from the Government ’ s presentation may be shared with all participants . All company information received will be treated confidentially . The Government will not entertain contractor non - disclosure agreements ( NDAs ). Industry is cordially invited to attend the DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C - UAS Industry to be held on 28 April 2026 : 0830 to 1630 Eastern Standard Time with check - in to begin at 0800 . Location : Cannon Gates Club , Picatinny Arsenal , NJ 07806EVENT ADMINISTRATIVE NOTESPlease refrain from bringing large hardware . REGISTRATIONRegistration will be limited to U . S . based companies . Foreign visitors will not be granted admittance to the event . Registration may be limited due to facility size restrictions . Companies interested in attending the DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C - UAS Industry Day must complete the following : DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C - UAS Industry Day Registration . Company Overview / Product Sheet ( Maximum 2 pages , 12 - point font , 3 - 4 pictures ) Complete registration form ( attachment 1 ) for all participants and send Company Overviews to the Registration Point of Contacts ( POCs ), Qendresa Neza at email : qendresa . neza . civ @ army . mil and Nicole L . Thalmann , Nicole . l . thalmann . civ @ army . mil with the Subject Line “ Response to DEVCOM Armaments Center Kinetic C - UAS Industry Day , Company Name .” Registration must be submitted by 10 April 2026 . Attendee substitutions will be permitted if advance notice and all required documentation is provided at least seven days before the Industry Day . All other substitutions are prohibited . Telephone inquiries will not be accepted . PRE - INDUSTRY DAY QUESTIONSPre - Industry Day questions can be submitted in advance ( before the registration cut - off ) of the event . Questions and answers ( Q & A ) will be presented and addressed with other companies present , in an open forum during the general Q & A session . All information discussed at Industry Day will be unclassified . Please submit questions with your registration form , if you have already submitted the form please send them by 10 April 2026 by 5 p . m . Eastern Time to the Registration POCs : Qendresa Neza at email : qendresa . neza . civ @ army . mil , Nicole L . Thalmann , nicole . l . thalmann . civ @ army . mil . ELIGIBILITYThe applicable NAICS code for this requirement is 332994 with a Small Business Size Standard of 1000 . The Product Service Code ( PSC ) is 1095 . DISCLAIMERThis Sources Sought Notice is for Informational Purposes Only . This is not a Request For Proposal ( RFP ) to be submitted . It does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government . Responses in any form are not offers and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement . In accordance with FAR 52 . 215 - 3 request for information or solicitation for planning purposes , the Government will not pay for any costs incurred as a result of this special notice ; to include any costs associated with attending the Industry Day # 1 as well as any costs associated with a cancellation of this event for any reason , including but not limited to funding constraints . All information submitted in response to this special notice , or the Industry Day , shall be provided at no cost or obligation by the Government . The Government is not obligated to notify respondents of any results of the Industry Day . Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary and any documentation provided to the Government will not be returned .

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