TEAL Drone (Black Widow)

The Air Force Materiel Command is issuing a Sources‑Sought notice (FA8052R260100) for a highly specialized, NDAA‑compliant small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) – the TEAL “Black Widow” drone – to support standard tactical observation and advanced integration with manned combat assets. The system must meet NDAA 2020 Section 848 and NDAA 2023 Section 817 requirements, be listed on the DIU Blue List (as of 20 Apr 2026), and provide exclusive Manned‑Unmanned Teaming (MUM‑T) capability to operate near a target and deliver live video and telemetry directly to an in‑flight F‑35 for kinetic ordnance delivery. Additional mandatory features include native integration with the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK), a non‑subscription cost model (no recurring software licensing, support, or warranty fees), and a rugged, portable airframe weighing 3.6 lb with at least 35 minutes endurance and advanced EO/IR sensors (Hadron 640R). Responses are due 27 Apr 2026, and the performance location is San Antonio, Texas.

Notice ID

5dac192d3cd0402ba65f1c95c831131f

Solicitation Number

FA8052R260100

NAICS Code

336411

Classification Code

1550