Fixed-Wing VTOL sUAS SOW.docx
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This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement of a fixed-wing Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) with associated payloads, accessories, and comprehensive training and technical support services. The contractor shall deliver one Wingtra Ray sUAS or an equivalent system meeting specified salient characteristics, including a maximum takeoff weight of 6 kg or less, flight endurance exceeding 25 minutes, IP 53 weather resistance capable of operating in sustained winds up to 9 m/s, and a maximum altitude ceiling of 3,500 meters AMSL. The system must be equipped with redundant survey-grade GNSS positioning, encrypted command and control datalink with operational range exceeding 3 km, and a dual-mode parachute system. The sUAS must be actively listed on the Blue UAS Cleared List, compliant with FY2020-FY2024 NDAA requirements, and support Category 3 Operations Over People. The system shall include three interchangeable sensor payloads: an oblique sensor achieving 1.5 cm/pixel GSD, a precision nadir sensor achieving 0.6 cm/pixel GSD at 150 feet AGL, and a telephoto inspection sensor capable of 0.30 cm/pixel GSD at 200 feet AGL, plus a MicaSense RedEdge-P multispectral sensor mount.
The contractor shall deliver an accessory kit including two hardcases, a Blue-approved tablet with three-year software support and updates configured as a Ground Control Station, three flight battery sets, a charging kit with dock and cables, an anemometer, spare propellers and replacement fins, and miscellaneous accessories. Training requirements include OEM-certified instruction utilizing Department of the Air Force AFSOC-approved Unit Initial Training curriculum, with initial operator training for up to four Government personnel at JBSA-Lackland, San Antonio, TX, covering system assembly, mission planning, flight operations, emergency procedures, and data processing with a minimum 3 cm absolute accuracy standard. Advanced operator training for up to four additional personnel shall address complex surveying applications, payload management, advanced photogrammetry, and field maintenance. Successful completions shall result in OEM Basic and Advanced Operator Certifications. The contractor shall provide expedited technical support via phone and email Monday through Friday, 0800-1700 CST, excluding Federal Holidays, with initial diagnostic response required within one business day. Training must be completed no later than 12 months after contract award, with training dates finalized within ten calendar days of Government request.
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Statement of Work Fixed-Wing VTOL precision mapping sUAS Training and Technical Support 13 July 2026
1. Scope of Work The Contractor shall provide one (1) fixed-wing Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS), associated payloads, accessories, and OEM-certified training and technical support services as detailed herein.
2. Equipment Requirements The Contractor shall deliver quantity one (1) Wingtra Ray sUAS "or equal." If an "or equal" system is proposed, it shall meet or exceed the following salient characteristics:
| Parameter |
| Salient Characteristic Requirement |
| Configuration |
| Fixed-wing Vertical Take Off and Landing (VTOL) configuration capable of takeoff and landing in confined areas. |
| Weight & Payload |
| 6 kilogram (kg) or less maximum take-off weight; interchangeable payload capacity of 1300 grams or less. |
| Endurance |
| Flight times greater than 25 minutes. |
| Weather Resistance |
| Ingress Protection (IP) 53 rating; operable in ≥9 m/s sustained winds and ≥14 m/s gusts. |
| Altitude Limits |
| 3,000 meters Above Mean Sea Level (AMSL) maximum launch altitude; 3,500 m AMSL ceiling. |
| Positioning |
| Redundant Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) with survey grade accuracy. |
| Command & Control |
| Encrypted primary C2 datalink with an operational range >3 km. |
| Safety Systems |
| Parachute system (manual and automatic) with a 4 m/s sink rate. |
| Compliance |
| Compliant with FY2020 NDAA Section 848, FY2023 NDAA Section 817, and FY2024 NDAA Sections 1821-1833. |
| Cleared List Status |
| sUAS must be actively listed on the Blue UAS Cleared List. |
| Operations Over People |
| Category 3 Operations Over People (OOP) compliant per 14 CFR § 107.125 and § 107.130. |
| License |
| The sUAS shall be provided with manufacturer-supported Department of War (DoW) Required Blue License provided in perpetuity. |
| Oblique Payload Sensor |
| Capable of capturing high-resolution 3D structural data with a Ground Sample Distance (GSD) of 1.5 cm/px or better from standard operational altitudes (150–200 ft AGL). |
| Precision Nadir Payload Sensor |
| Capable of high-precision mapping achieving a nadir GSD of 0.6 cm/px or better at 150 ft AGL. |
| Telephoto Inspection Sensor |
| Capable of ultra-high resolution GSD of 0.30 cm/px or better at 200 ft AGL. |
| MicaSense RedEdge-P Mount |
| Detachable payload mount capable of attaching an industry-standard, NDAA-compliant sUAS Multispectral sensor to the fixed-wing VTOL platform. |
| Accessory Kit |
| 1. One (1) sUAS hardcase |
2. One (1) accessory hardcase
3. One (1) Blue approved tablet for use as a Ground Control Station (GCS) with software/apps for mission planning, data capture, Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) and geotagging (to include software updates and support for 3 years)
4. Three (3) flight battery sets
5. One (1) field charging kit with dock and cables
6. One (1) anemometer
7. Three (3) pairs of spare propellers Two (2) SD cards
8. One (1) USB-C/SD adapter
9. One (1) T10 Torx handtool
10. Three (3) pairs replacement fins, bumpers, and winglets for the sUAS
3. Training Requirements The Contractor shall provide Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certified training for Government personnel to enable safe, efficient operation and field maintenance of the VTOL UAS platform.
3.1 Instructors, Curriculum & Scheduling
Instructors & Curriculum: All training shall be conducted by OEM-certified instructors utilizing Department of the Air Force sUAS Lead Command (AFSOC) approved vendor Unit Initial Training (Unit IT) curriculum.
Scheduling & Coordination: The Contractor shall complete all training no later than 12 months after contract award. The Contractor shall finalize scheduled training dates within ten (10) calendar days of receiving a written request from the Government.
3.2 In-Person Operator Training (Initial / Basic)
The Contractor shall facilitate an in-person Operator Training course for up to four (4) Government personnel at JBSA-Lackland, San Antonio, TX. The training shall consist of classroom instruction and hands-on field flight operations. (Note: The Government will coordinate and provide airspace authorization for all flight training). The curriculum shall include:
System Overview: Assembly, disassembly, unboxing, transport, and storage of the airframe, payloads, and ground control station.
Mission Planning: Operation of mission planning software (e.g., WingtraPilot) for area mapping, flight parameters, and safety geofences.
Flight Operations: Execution of pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checklists; VTOL takeoff, transition to forward flight, landing, and manual override procedures.
Emergency Procedures: Identification and response protocols for system warnings, datalink loss, GPS degradation, automated return-to-home (RTH), and parachute deployment.
Data Processing: Execution of Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) corrections (e.g., via WingtraHUB) and flight log extraction to achieve a minimum of 3 cm absolute accuracy.
Deliverable: The Contractor shall provide a Certificate of Completion and OEM Basic Operator Certification for each attendee who successfully completes the course.
3.3 Advanced Operator & Data Processing Training
The Contractor shall provide an Advanced Operator Training course for up to four (4) Government personnel. This course shall focus on complex surveying applications, including:
Advanced Flight Profiles: Mission planning for corridor mapping, terrain-following, high-altitude operations, and multi-flight mission continuity.
Payload Management: Toolless payload transitions (e.g., RGB to LIDAR or Multispectral) and sensor-specific calibration routines.
Advanced PPK & Photogrammetry: Diagnostics for PPK anomalies, base station coordinate offsets, and data export optimization for third-party photogrammetry and 3D point-cloud generation software.
Field Maintenance: Diagnostics, routine field maintenance, and replacement of consumable parts (e.g., propellers, pitot tubes).
Deliverable: The Contractor shall provide a Certificate of Completion and OEM Advanced Operator Certification for each attendee who successfully completes the course.
4. Technical Support The Contractor shall provide expedited technical support via phone and email for Government operators to ensure operational readiness and minimize downtime.
| Support Parameter |
| Requirement |
| Availability |
| Monday through Friday, 0800-1700 Central Standard Time (CST), excluding Federal Holidays. |
| Response Time |
| Initial diagnostic response to all technical support inquiries within one (1) business day of receipt. |
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