UAS BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT Solicitation Number: 697DCK-25-R-00278 Call 001-2026

Respondents must fully comply with UAS BAA Solicitation 697DCK‑25‑R‑00278 and submit a single, non‑duplicate whitepaper (maximum 10 pages) addressing the prescribed questions on system/technology description, research objectives, operational readiness, current use, research approach, UAS to be tested, expected outcomes, standards impact, risks, regulatory waivers, and testing locations. The whitepaper must focus on one of the FAA‑identified UAS integration focus areas and be submitted electronically by the solicitation deadline. Participation is limited to firms partnered with either the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Emerging Aviation Technology Center or the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and a Letter of Attestation from the chosen test site must accompany the submission. If the FAA selects a whitepaper, the Contracting Officer will issue a detailed RFP; only proposals responding to that RFP will be eligible for award. Awards are anticipated on or before September 30 2026, with up to $2,666,666 available (subject to change). Evaluation will prioritize operational readiness, mission relevance, and funding availability, and all respondents must adhere to conflict‑of‑interest policies and direct inquiries to COs Scott Raber (Scott.E.Raber@faa.gov) or Kristin Frantz (Kristin.T.Frantz@faa.gov).

Notice ID

c15eb9039c664bbda70254cd644aa199

Solicitation Number

697DCK-25-R-00278

NAICS Code

541715

Classification Code

AS12