Drone

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Administration is seeking to procure a comprehensive drone kit through a Request for Quotation (RFQ) numbered 36C10D25Q0033. The solicitation requires a drone system that includes a controller, sensor package, propellers, batteries, charger, storage case, autonomy software, landing pad, 3D scan software, and associated data and fleet management subscriptions. The procurement also encompasses a 3-year care plan with damage replacement coverage and online training access. Quotes must be submitted electronically by December 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST, with the contracting officer being Michael Kendro. The drone must specifically be on the Blue UAS Cleared List, and interested vendors must carefully meet all technical specifications and submission requirements outlined in the solicitation document.

This contract opportunity is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) registered and verified in the SBA certification database under NAICS code 336411 with a size standard of 1,500 employees. The place of performance is located in Oelwein, Iowa 50662, indicating a localized delivery requirement. While specific award value details are not explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be for a single drone kit system with comprehensive supporting services and subscriptions. Invoices for the procurement must be submitted electronically to Robin.Isaacson@va.gov, and vendors must ensure full compliance with the detailed technical and administrative requirements specified in the solicitation document to be considered for award.