MQ-9 Unmanned Aircraft Systems
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.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) intends to issue a Sole Source Contract Modification(s) to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) under Contract Number 70B02C22C00000016 to increase the contract ceiling for the procurement of up to eleven (11) MQ-9 Unmanned Aircraft Systems is support of DHS’s mission.
It is anticipated that this contract actions will also extend the period of performance of the contract for an additional 12-months (October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027) to accommodate anticipated aircraft deliveries and a continuation of UAS operational and maintenance services on the existing aircraft fleet.
This notice is neither a request for proposal nor an invitation for bids. A redacted Justification and Approval will be posted in accordance with FAR 6.305(a).
All interested parties must express their interest and capabilities in writing via e-mail to brenda.mealer@cbp.dhs.gov prior to the closing date of this notice. Verifications of receipt of responses are the sole responsibility of the interested party.