Electromagnetic Denial Test Range (EDTR)

Description

The City of Pendleton is issuing this Request for Qualifications to identify a qualified firm or contractor to design, develop, and implement an Electromagnetic Denial Test Range (EDTR) at the Pendleton UAS Range. 

Purpose of Request for Qualifications 

The City of Pendleton is issuing this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify a qualified firm or contractor to design, develop, and implement an Electromagnetic Denial Test Range (EDTR) at the Pendleton Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Test Range. The Pendleton Range seeks to expand its national leadership in UAS testing by incorporating advanced Electronic Warfare (EW) and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) capabilities. The selected contractor will provide technical design, integration, and operational support to establish a secure, compliant, and scalable electromagnetic testing environment. 

Project Scope:

System Design and Planning • Develop a comprehensive design for an Electromagnetic Denial Test Range (EDTR) supporting UAS, Counter-UAS, and EW testing. • Define hardware, software, and infrastructure requirements to establish a controlled electromagnetic environment. • Identify and plan for necessary FCC/FAA approvals and spectrum management compliance. Infrastructure and Integration • Specify and procure electromagnetic denial systems, cyber kits, and range instrumentation. • Integrate new EW systems into the existing Pendleton range IT and telemetry infrastructure.