Drone Package for VR&E Self-Employment

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to procure drone packages for the VR&E (Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment) Self-Employment Program through this solicitation opportunity. The procurement involves unmanned aircraft equipment, as indicated by the PSC code 1550 for Unmanned Aircraft and NAICS code 336411 for Aircraft Manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on August 29, 2025, with responses due by September 2, 2025, providing contractors with a very tight four-day response window. Two government files have been made available to potential bidders: the main solicitation document (36C10D25Q0183_1.pdf) and an Equipment List in Excel format, which likely contains detailed specifications for the required drone equipment. The evaluation criteria and specific contract requirements are not detailed in the basic notice but would be found within the attached solicitation documents.

This procurement opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, meaning only small business entities are eligible to compete for the contract award. The place of performance is specified as North Little Rock, Arkansas 72118, indicating where the goods will be delivered or services will be performed. No incumbent contractors, specific award values, or budget ranges are identified in the basic solicitation notice. The Equipment List file suggests there are specific quantities and types of drone equipment required, though the exact numbers and specifications would need to be reviewed in the detailed documentation. The connection to the VR&E Self-Employment Program indicates these drone packages are intended to support veterans transitioning into self-employment opportunities, potentially in drone-related business ventures.