ASTRO MAX

This sole‑source procurement notice announces the U.S. Navy’s Naval Research Laboratory intent to award a purchase order to Freefly Systems Inc. for the “ASTRO MAX” unmanned aerial system. The acquisition will be executed under simplified acquisition procedures (FAR Part 13.106‑1(b)) because the estimated value is below the $250,000 threshold. No competitive solicitation is issued; interested parties may submit capability statements within two calendar days, primarily to justify why competition would be advantageous. The procurement is classified under NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) and FSC/PSC 1550. • Sole‑source award to Freefly Systems Inc. (Woodinville, WA). • Simplified acquisition threshold; likely a firm‑fixed‑price purchase. • Opportunity to influence the award only through a two‑day response showing competition benefits.