Level III Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is conducting market research via an RFI to identify vendors capable of supplying Level III Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) that enhance the U.S. Border Patrol’s air, land, and maritime operations. The desired system must be FAA‑compliant, VTOL‑capable, and operable by one or two personnel, with autonomous or minimally‑supervised flight, hardened GPS/alternative navigation for GNSS‑denied environments, and robust C2 featuring automated frequency hopping. It must meet IP54 protection, be NDAA‑compliant, and integrate seamlessly with Team Awareness Kit (TAK) for bidirectional location and command exchange, as well as stream video via standard protocols (e.g., RTSP). Operational requirements include a 0 °F–115 °F temperature range, wind tolerance of at least 25 mph (gusts to 35 mph, 45 mph optimal), a minimum 10‑mile mobile range (20 mi fixed), and the ability to fit all components in a standard SUV. Sensor payloads must include EO (3840×2160 resolution, ≥30× optical zoom, license‑plate read at 200 yd) and IR (640×512 resolution, ≥8× digital zoom, human classification at 1 mi, optimal 2 mi) with live 1080p video feed, onboard recording, autonomous detection/tracking, and field‑swappable modules. Additional requirements are a US‑based repair center, ≥1‑year warranty, and full TAK integration with potential remote control via a common operating picture interface. Vendors are to submit a 15‑page white paper (plus the required Vendor Company Data form) describing how their solution meets the listed capabilities, any identified challenges, and relevant experience. Submissions are due by 5:00 PM EST on 12 December 2025 via email to USBPPMODSUAS@cbp.dhs.gov; questions must be submitted by 5:00 PM EST on 21 November 2025. This RFI is for information gathering only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of future contract award.

Notice ID

fe2d0d3b4527471a8c3bb44817c9ad5f

Solicitation Number

RFI_Level_III_sUAS_CBP_2026

NAICS Code

336411

Classification Code

1550