Fryfly Systems Inc
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), under the Department of the Navy, has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source purchase order to Freefly Systems Inc. of Woodinville, WA. This intent is for the procurement of an Alta X + Pilot Pro Drone. This is not a request for competitive proposals or a solicitation.
Scope of Intent
The Naval Research Laboratory intends to acquire an Alta X + Pilot Pro Drone from Freefly Systems Inc. This procurement falls under Simplified Acquisition Procedures as per FAR Part 13.106-1(b), for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Notice of Intent
- Intended Awardee: Freefly Systems Inc.
- Product/Service Code: 1550 (Drones)
- Published: March 6, 2026
- Response Due: March 7, 2026 (within 1 calendar day of publication)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source)
Purpose of Notice
This notice serves to identify any interested parties capable of responding to this requirement. Responses must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion, and no reimbursement for providing capability information will be provided.
Additional Notes
The point of contact is Natalie Waugh at natalie.f.waugh.civ@us.navy.mil. Please reference Notice of Intent number N00173-26-Q-0040 in all correspondence.