The U.S. Army issued a Sources Sought notice seeking a new short-range missile capable of integrating with manned and unmanned platforms via the M299 launcher or equivalent. The missile must match Hellfire specifications, with a minimum range of 500 meters and a maximum of at least 8,000 meters.
Targets include armored vehicles, air defense radars, counter-drone systems, and small maritime craft. The missile must operate amid jamming and GPS denial, with contractors required to detail seeker sensors, warhead, and propulsion solutions. Companies must demonstrate readiness to produce up to 8,000 missiles annually, with initial delivery within two years of contract award.
The Army emphasized strict deadlines amid ongoing munition shortages, requiring verifiable evidence of production capacity and operational lines. The notice follows a $720 million Lockheed Martin contract in August 2025 for Hellfire and JAGM missiles, highlighting sustained demand for precision strike weapons.
