How to bid on UAS Drone Blue Cleared or Select lists compliant BPA for Dept of the Army

What the Army is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Army, specifically MICC Fort Drum, is looking to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) and their repair parts. This BPA will cover fiscal years 2025-2030.

This is an opportunity for small businesses to become a recognized supplier for the Army, providing essential drone technology. Being part of a BPA can lead to multiple orders over several years without needing to bid on each individual purchase.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a request for quotes. The deadline for submitting your company information is July 31, 2030, at 1:00 PM ET. This RFI is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee a future contract.

Responses are voluntary, and not responding will not prevent you from participating in any future formal requests for quotes that may arise from this RFI. The Army will not accept unsolicited proposals at this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses. The relevant NAICS Code is 336411 Aircraft Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,500 employees. The Product Service Code is 1550 Unmanned Aircraft.

Crucially, your firm must be an authorized distributor of at least one drone on the Blue UAS Cleared List or Blue UAS Select list. These lists identify drones that are compliant with current law and policy, validated as cyber-secure, and approved for DoD purchase and operation.

How to respond

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If your small business meets the criteria and is interested, you must respond electronically. Your response must be in Portable Document Format (PDF) and emailed to SFC Francisco, Jeffrey; SSG Gould, Justin; and MSG Timmons, David, with a courtesy copy to Mr. Ernie Ixtlahuac and Ms. Jennifer Earl-Schultheis. The email subject line must reference “FY25-30 Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)”.

Your submission needs to include your UEI Number, CAGE Code, Tax ID Number, Point of Contact information (name, physical address, email, telephone), website address, small business size, socioeconomic categories, type of ownership, a Capability Statement, and an approved letter or agreement confirming you are an authorized distributor of a Blue UAS Select or Cleared list item.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your company is fully registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) under NAICS Code 336411, and that your Representations and Certifications are current. You must also be registered in Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) for contract payment.

Carefully review the Blue UAS Cleared or Select lists to confirm your distributorship aligns with the required products. Provide clear and verifiable documentation, such as an official approval letter or reseller agreement, to prove your authorized distributor status.

Your Capability Statement should clearly articulate your experience and capacity to supply sUAS and repair parts, highlighting your ability to meet the Army's needs. Since this is an RFI, focus on demonstrating your qualifications and readiness for a potential BPA.