Unmanned Aircraft Systems Platforms , Batteries , and Chargers

2026-11-03

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 . SCOPEThis 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 .

Maryland

2026-05-02