FY26 GIS Harris Aerial Hx8 Kit
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 Department of the Air Force is procuring integrated sensor payloads, power systems, and engineering/certification services for its existing Harris Aerial HX8 unmanned aircraft fleet. This requirement is being fulfilled via a sole-source acquisition to Harris Aerial (CAGE: 7VQG7), justified by the proprietary nature of the integration and the need for Blue UAS certification. Responses are due June 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition includes three Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs):
- CLIN 0001: Visual Payload, Power Systems, and Shipping — Includes one (1) Sony ILX-LR1 61MP DSLR camera with Gremsy Pixy LR gimbal and AirPixel integration; four (4) Tattu Plus 16,000 mAh 12S1P Smart Battery Racks; two (2) transport cases; and associated shipping.
- CLIN 0002: Thermal/RGB Payload — Includes one (1) Workswell WIRIS Enterprise SC Thermal/RGB Camera System and one (1) Gremsy Pixy WE gimbal, with proprietary mounting, control, and data validation integration for the HX8.
- CLIN 0003: Engineering Services / DCMA Assessment — Covers reimbursement of the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Assessor fee and associated engineering services required for Blue UAS certification of the HX8 aircraft, C-NAVIGATOR GCS, and GS7 GCS.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (Justified under RFO 13.101(b))
- Response Due: June 16, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
- Published: June 8, 2026
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE / FA6643 AF RESERVE CMD HQ AFRC PK
Evaluation
This is a sole-source justification, therefore, no submission instructions or evaluation criteria for competitive bids are provided. The justification highlights Harris Aerial's unique qualifications, proprietary integration capabilities, and exclusive ability to facilitate mandatory Blue UAS security certifications.
Additional Notes
Market research confirmed that while individual components might be available, only Harris Aerial can provide the fully integrated system and the necessary certification required for the HX8 fleet. The acquisition is stated to be at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).