Ussocom TAKO Contracting Office

Release: Dec 9, 2025

Close: Jan 12, 2026

The United States Special Operations Command (SOCOM) issued a market research notice (RFI) seeking non-developmental airborne turreted electro-optical sensor systems for rotary wing aircraft to support acquisition planning for a potential future procurement. The notice states the System Performance Specification (SPS) is controlled unclassified information (CUI) and responses are voluntary and will not result in award; the information will determine acquisition strategy and whether a formal RFP will be issued. The RFI is being used to identify potential sources, including small businesses, and responses are due January 12, 2026.

Release: Dec 9, 2025

Close: Jan 12, 2026

U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) issued a Sources Sought / Request for Information (A029592) seeking non-developmental, airborne turreted electro-optical sensor systems for rotary wing aircraft to meet the Government's System Performance Specification (SPS). This posting is strictly market research (not an RFP or grant) and will not result in award; responses will inform acquisition planning and a possible future RFP. Responses are due via email by Jan 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM EST to julia.a.kennedy.civ@socom.mil and require eligibility to receive CUI/export-controlled SPS (DD Form 2345/JCP requirements).