5.56mm Drone Round "L Variant"
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy / Marine Corps has issued a Presolicitation and a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the acquisition of 5.56mm Drone Round "L Variant" to fulfill an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract. This notice, classified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, indicates the intent to negotiate with Drone Round LLC, but invites other responsible sources to submit capability statements. Responses are due by June 18, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The Marine Corps intends to acquire the "L Variant" 5.56mm Drone Rounds, identified as the only kinetic munition currently available that meets strict minimum capability requirements for immediate counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (c-sUAS) defense. This round offers "drop-in" compatibility with current-issue Marine Corps 5.56mm weapons (M27, M4, M4A1) without requiring modifications or specialized training, making it immediately effective. Failure to secure this capability is stated to pose significant risk to Marines. Market research indicates Drone Round LLC is the sole manufacturer and reseller, justifying the acquisition under 10 U.S.C § 3204(a)(1) for "Only One Responsible Source."
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ)
- Estimated Award: December 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 1305 - Ammunition, Through 30 Mm
- Department/Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / COMMANDER
- Place of Performance: Virginia (VA), 22134, United States
Key Dates & Action Items
- Published Date: June 3, 2026
- Response Due Date: June 18, 2026, by 4:00 PM ET.
- Action: Responsible interested parties who believe they can provide this requirement must submit a capability statement within 15 calendar days of the publication date. Statements should identify interest and capability.
- Submission: Email responses to Anthony Fennell (anthony.fennell@usmc.mil) or Janice Harvey (janice.harvey@usmc.mil).
Important Considerations
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a commitment to procure. The U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice. All submissions become U.S. Government property.