Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, Docks and Parts

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection IDV DOT31926-8 establishes a comprehensive procurement vehicle for advanced unmanned aerial systems and robotic technologies. The contract covers small uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS) weighing less than 55 pounds, ground robotic assistants, and unmanned surface vessels designed for critical infrastructure applications. Specific use cases include bridge inspection, surveying, construction monitoring, mapping, photogrammetry, environmental monitoring, and emergency services across Ohio's twelve districts and eighty-eight counties.

The IDV is awarded to Gresco Supply, Inc. with a performance period from May 28, 2025, to May 31, 2026. Structured as a multiple award contract, it provides ODOT with flexible vendor selection and competitive pricing for technological solutions. The contract covers multiple equipment categories from manufacturers like Skydio, InspiredFlight, Wingtra, Censys Technologies, and Ghost Robotics, with delivery terms including Free on Board (F.O.B.) to ODOT district locations and a minimum order value of $250. Deliveries are required within 30 calendar days of purchase order issuance, ensuring rapid procurement of critical technological assets for state transportation infrastructure needs.