Inspired Flight 800 Drone with GRYFN GOBI sensing Payload, or comparable
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 1232SA26Q0477
- Agency
- Agricultural Research Service Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334511 Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Madison, Wisconsin 53706, United States
- Points of contact
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- Richard Hawthorne richard.hawthorne@usda.gov (662) 686-5296
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) is seeking quotations for a turnkey, flight-ready Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) integrated with a specialized multimodal sensor payload, specifically an Inspired Flight 800 Drone with GRYFN GOBI sensing payload or comparable system. The system must be fully compliant with FY2024 NDAA Section 1821-1833 and capable of simultaneous, time-synchronized data collection across LiDAR, Hyperspectral (VNIR), and RGB sensors. Key requirements include a minimum 54-minute flight endurance with no payload, 3kg payload capacity, maximum takeoff weight of 11.5kg, two-year maintenance plans for both drone and sensors, and full-day on-site training within 60 days of receipt. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government based on two primary evaluation factors: price and technical capability. Questions regarding the solicitation (RFQ 1232SA26Q0477) must be submitted by 1:00 p.m. ET on April 20, 2026, and quotations are due by 5:00 p.m. ET on April 23, 2026, with delivery required within 60 days of order receipt.
This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 334511, with a small business size standard of 1,350 employees, meaning only small business concerns are eligible to compete for the award. No incumbent contractors are identified in the solicitation materials. The Government intends to make one award, requiring contractors to submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive. The system must be delivered to the US Dairy Forage Research Center in Madison, Wisconsin, and includes comprehensive ancillary equipment such as two sets of reflectance target panels, full software suite for processing, integrated SBG Quanta IMU/GNSS for cm-level accuracy, and minimum six batteries with two chargers plus a dedicated spare parts kit. Quote validity must extend for a minimum of 60 days, and all shipping costs must be included in the pricing submission.
Notice text
2 versions
Update #2 · Latest ·
Amendment 1 is issued to provide responses to Vendor Questions and to clarify the Government's Inspection, Acceptance, and Training procedures. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.
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Description -
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0477 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an Inspired Flight 800 Drone with GRYFN GOBI sensing Payload, or comparable.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334511 The small business size standard is 1350 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement
The USDA-ARS in Madison, WI requires a turnkey, flight-ready Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) integrated with a specialized multimodal sensor payload (Inspired Flight 800/GRYFN Gobi or comparable system that meets or exceeds the specifications below and on the attached spec sheet). The system must be fully NDAA/ASDA compliant and capable of simultaneous, time-synchronized data collection across LiDAR, Hyperspectral (VNIR), and RGB sensors.
Award Type
The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Therefore, to be considered responsive, contractors must submit pricing for all items.
Evaluation and Basis for Award
The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.
The Government will conduct a comparative evaluation of quotes to select the Contractor that is best suited to fulfill the requirement. The evaluation factors are: Price and Technical Capability. The Government reserves the right to select a quote that represents a superior technical solution, even if it is not the lowest priced.
Submission Requirements:
To be considered, provide a quote on company letterhead including:
- Vendor Details: SAM.gov UEI Number.
- Technical Documentation: Provide descriptive material (brochures/data sheets) and a "meets/does not meet" document for the minimum specifications. If quoting a different make/model than requested, the "meets/does not meet" document must clearly list the Government’s required specifications side-by-side with the offered system’s technical specifications.
- Pricing: Unit price and total price (including all shipping/delivery costs).
- Timeline: Estimated lead time/delivery date.
- Validity: Quote must be valid for at least 60 days.
Offerors shall identify where the offered item meets or does not meet each of the Government's functional and performance minimum specifications listed herein.
Please ensure all email correspondence includes the solicitation number in the subject line. Emails without the RFQ number in the subject line may not be seen, read, and /or reviewed and therefore disqualified from consideration.
QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov, NO LATER THAN 1:00 p. m. ET, April 20th, 2026. Questions will only be accepted via email and WILL NOT be answered if received after this date/time.
QUOTES REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov , NO LATER THAN 5:00 p. m. ET, April 23rd, 2026.
Delivery Address:
USDA - ARS
US Dairy Forage Research Center
1925 Linden Dr.
Madison, WI 53706
Update #1 ·
Description -
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0477 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an Inspired Flight 800 Drone with GRYFN GOBI sensing Payload, or comparable.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334511 The small business size standard is 1350 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement
The USDA-ARS in Madison, WI requires a turnkey, flight-ready Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) integrated with a specialized multimodal sensor payload (Inspired Flight 800/GRYFN Gobi or comparable system that meets or exceeds the specifications below and on the attached spec sheet). The system must be fully NDAA/ASDA compliant and capable of simultaneous, time-synchronized data collection across LiDAR, Hyperspectral (VNIR), and RGB sensors.
Award Type
The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Therefore, to be considered responsive, contractors must submit pricing for all items.
Evaluation and Basis for Award
The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.
The Government will conduct a comparative evaluation of quotes to select the Contractor that is best suited to fulfill the requirement. The evaluation factors are: Price and Technical Capability. The Government reserves the right to select a quote that represents a superior technical solution, even if it is not the lowest priced.
Submission Requirements:
To be considered, provide a quote on company letterhead including:
- Vendor Details: SAM.gov UEI Number.
- Technical Documentation: Provide descriptive material (brochures/data sheets) and a "meets/does not meet" document for the minimum specifications. If quoting a different make/model than requested, the "meets/does not meet" document must clearly list the Government’s required specifications side-by-side with the offered system’s technical specifications.
- Pricing: Unit price and total price (including all shipping/delivery costs).
- Timeline: Estimated lead time/delivery date.
- Validity: Quote must be valid for at least 60 days.
Offerors shall identify where the offered item meets or does not meet each of the Government's functional and performance minimum specifications listed herein.
Please ensure all email correspondence includes the solicitation number in the subject line. Emails without the RFQ number in the subject line may not be seen, read, and /or reviewed and therefore disqualified from consideration.
QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov, NO LATER THAN 1:00 p. m. ET, April 20th, 2026. Questions will only be accepted via email and WILL NOT be answered if received after this date/time.
QUOTES REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov , NO LATER THAN 5:00 p. m. ET, April 23rd, 2026.
Delivery Address:
USDA - ARS
US Dairy Forage Research Center
1925 Linden Dr.
Madison, WI 53706
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Questions and Answers.pdf | ||
| RFQ 1232SA26Q0477.pdf |
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