UFR Dronebuster Tradein
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 (FA5209 374 CONS PK) has issued a Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source for the UFR Dronebuster Tradein. The government intends to award a purchase order to Flex Force Enterprise, Inc. to procure four (4) Dronebuster Block 4 PNTs in exchange for existing units, upgrading Yokota Air Base's Counter Small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS) capability in Fussa, Japan. This is not a request for competitive proposals, but interested parties may submit capability statements.
Purpose & Scope
This notice outlines the government's intent to acquire four (4) new Dronebuster Block 4 PNTs through a trade-in program for four (4) existing Dronebuster Block 4 PNTs. The primary objective is to enhance the C-sUAS capabilities at Yokota Air Base. The requirement falls under Product Service Code 6350 (Miscellaneous Alarm, Signal, And Security Detection Systems).
Contract Details
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source (under statutory authority 10 USC 2304(c)(1) - Only One Responsible Source).
- Intended Awardee: Flex Force Enterprise, Inc.
- Anticipated Award Date: September 26, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Fussa, Japan.
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements are invited to submit complete information describing their ability to provide the product/services. Submissions must include: company name, point of contact, address, phone number, UEI number, TAX ID, and CAGE code. The government will determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on the information received.
Key Dates
- Published Date: May 12, 2026
- Response Due (for Notice of Intent): September 23, 2026, at 02:00 PM Japan Standard Time.
Contact Information
- Primary: Yumiko Suzuki (yumiko.suzuki.jp@us.af.mil, 81425523011)
- Secondary: Akiko Ogawa (akiko.ogawa.jp@us.af.mil, 814255225102905)
Additional Notes
Funds are not presently available for this effort, and no award will be made until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation. A Sole Source Justification Letter will be posted with this Notice of Intent.