Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, Docks and Parts

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection IDV DOT31926-5 establishes a comprehensive procurement vehicle for small uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS), ground robotic assistants, and unmanned surface vessels. The contract covers a wide range of technological solutions including drone systems, tethered aircraft, and related equipment such as transport cases, command tablets, charging stations, and software subscriptions. Designed for use across ODOT's twelve districts and eighty-eight counties, the IDV supports critical operational applications including bridge inspection, surveying, construction monitoring, 3D scanning, mapping, photogrammetry, and technical services for emergency services, urban planning, security, agriculture, and environmental management.

The IDV is awarded to Fotokite US LLC, based in Boulder, Colorado, with a contract period from May 28, 2025, to May 31, 2026. As a multiple award contract, it allows for competitive procurement of unmanned aerial vehicle technologies with a minimum order value of $250.00. The contract type is a Competitive Selection, covering the state of Ohio, and focuses specifically on UNSPSC Category 25132100 for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. Pricing ranges from $66 for spare parts to $62,226 for advanced system configurations, with additional services including on-site installation, training, and remote video streaming subscriptions. The contract emphasizes compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations and includes provisions prohibiting services from Russian-based companies.