Bid guide
How to bid on USAREUR-AF Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Blanket Purchase Agreement
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army is looking to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), counter-UAS technology, accessories, spare parts, and supplies. This agreement is intended for use in Europe.
They are specifically interested in US or European manufacturers, or European distributors, of "ready to fly" drones and "first-person view" (FPV) drone build kits. This is an opportunity for businesses in the drone and counter-drone sectors to potentially supply the Army in Europe.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on February 20, 2026. The deadline for responses is December 31, 2028, at 5:59 PM ET.
At the deadline, the Army will stop accepting responses to this RFI. This RFI is for informational purposes only and is not a commitment by the government to award a contract. The Army is not seeking proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals in response to this notice.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for US and European based manufacturers or European based third-party distributors of small unmanned aircraft systems, counter-UAS, accessories, spare parts, and supplies.
Vendors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) and maintain this registration. If you are already an authorized distributor of Blue UAS Cleared or Select list products, you should not respond to this notice; instead, refer to Notice ID: W911S225QSUAS for separate instructions.
How to respond
To express interest, you must respond electronically to the point of contact information provided in the original solicitation. Your response must reference "USAREUR-AF Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Blanket Purchase Agreement" in the subject field.
Your response needs to include your UEI Number, CAGE Code, the name, physical address, email address, and telephone number of your point of contact, your website address, and a Capability Statement.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Ensure your Capability Statement clearly outlines your firm's experience and ability to provide the specific types of small unmanned aircraft systems, counter-UAS technology, parts, and supplies mentioned. Highlight your manufacturing capabilities or distribution network within Europe.
Verify that your SAM registration is active and up-to-date, as this is a mandatory requirement. Double-check all contact information for accuracy to ensure the agency can reach you. Since this is an RFI, focus on demonstrating your firm's relevant expertise and capacity to meet the Army's potential needs for this type of equipment.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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