Closed

Aerial Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Uncrewed Maritime Capabilities

Tender ID: 619765


Tender Details

Tender #:
HOMEAFFAIRS/2216/RFI  
Status:
Closed
Publish Date:
15 July 2026
Closing Date:
26 August 2026
Closing Time:
02:00 PM (Australia/ACT)

Tender Description

⁠⁠⁠Overview

The Department of Home Affairs is seeking information from industry on Aerial Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Uncrewed Maritime Capabilities to support civil maritime security operations. This is a request for information (RFI) and is not a procurement process. It will not result in the award of a contract.

Purpose

This RFI is intended to inform future capability planning by improving the Department's understanding of available and emerging uncrewed aerial systems, ISR technologies, operating models and commercial delivery options.

The Department is interested in capabilities that support persistent maritime surveillance, including the detection, tracking and identification of vessels in remote and challenging operating environments. Respondents may propose integrated solutions or individual components.

Information Requested

Respondents are invited to provide information on:

  • Capability performance
  • Communications and data management
  • Sustainment
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Workforce requirements
  • Delivery models
  • Solution maturity
  • Operational experience
  • Australian industry involvement
  • Export controls
  • Commercial models
  • Indicative cost drivers
  • Any risks, constraints or dependencies relevant to the capability

Enquiries