The Department of Navy, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is conducting market research to identify sources interested in fulfilling the requirement for the manufacturing life cycle support of the Submarine Launch Unmanned Aerial System (SLUAS) All-Up-Round (AUR). The contract being considered will have an initial five-year period to include procurement of the AURs, life cycle support activities, and development, with an additional two years for sustainment. Interested parties are requested to respond with a white paper that addresses their capabilities, with special emphasis on technical approach, technologies, and experience. The key requirements include: • Submarine launch and transition through the water column • UAV optical payloads and endurance • Communication and flight control systems • Integration into the submarine payload control system • Meeting submarine certification standards, including cyber security and shock qualification • Anti-tamper capabilities and reliability • Quality assurance certification and technical readiness level • Manufacturing readiness level and data rights