MQ-9 Model Display Drone

Closed Solicitation Posted

Solicitation number
W50S9025QA006
Agency
Responses due
Set-aside
Total Small Business

Opportunity facts

Place of performance
Pennsylvania 19044, United States

Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .

About this opportunity

The Department of the Army National Guard is seeking a highly detailed 1/6.55 scale fiberglass MQ-9A display model drone through solicitation W50S9025QA006. The procurement includes a 5.50-foot long model with 10.08-foot wingspan featuring accurate external details, specific Pennsylvania Air National Guard markings, and optional detachable weapon attachments including four AGM-114 Hellfire missiles, one GBU-12 Paveway II bomb, and one GBU-38 JDAM. Additional requirements include a stainless steel stand capable of withstanding 15 mph winds and a protective fiberglass travel case with custom foam padding and four ergonomic handles. The evaluation will be based on best value between price and non-price factors, with the government reserving the right to award to other than the lowest bidder. Vendors must submit quotes via email to Joshua Quap and Macy Wester by August 14, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. EDT, with quotes remaining valid for 60 days after closing.

This opportunity is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 339930 with a size standard of 700 employees. No incumbent contractors are identified in the solicitation materials. While no specific contract value is disclosed, the procurement involves a single display model with associated stand and protective case, suggesting a specialized, custom manufacturing requirement. All vendors must possess a CAGE code, be registered in SAM, and have Wide Area Work Flow registration for electronic payment processing. The place of performance is Horsham, Pennsylvania, indicating the model will likely be used for display purposes at or near military facilities in the area. The solicitation emphasizes the need for manageable weight components (15-20 kg each) to facilitate transport and setup by one or two individuals.

Notice text

111 MSG/MSC intends to utilize this Request for Quote (RFQ), under solicitation number W50S9025QA006, to award without discussion, a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) type contract for a MQ-9 display model. Basis for award is Best Value between price and non-price factors. Therefore, the Government reserves the right to award to other than the lowest quoted price. However, the Government reserves the right to award no contract at all. The responses to this RFQ are intended to be evaluated, and award made, without discussions unless discussions are deemed to be necessary. Since award will be based on initial responses, quoters are highly encouraged to quote their most advantageous pricing in their initial response. This requirement is being solicited 100% small business set-aside. The NAICS code for this acquisition is 339930 and the Small Business size standard is 700 employees.  All prospective quoters must have a Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code and be registered with System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov.

Vendors shall respond to this RFQ via email by 14 August 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).  All quotes should be sent to Joshua Quap at joshua.quap.3@us.af.mil and Macy Wester at macy.wester.1@us.af.mil before the due date and time specified. Any quotation received after the exact time specified for receipt of quotes is considered late. All quoters must list their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), CAGE code, and Federal TIN with Company name, POC, and phone number. To obtain or renew a UEI or CAGE code, please visit https://www.sam.gov. Lack of registration in the SAM database will make a quoter ineligible for award. Vendor must also be registered in Wide Area Work Flow to receive payment through electronic funds transfer. If you are not currently registered, please visit the following website https://piee.eb.mil/ to complete your registration.

Terms of the solicitation and specifications remain unchanged unless the solicitation is amended in writing. If an amendment is issued, normal procedures relating to the acknowledgment and receipt of solicitation amendments shall apply. Notice to quoters: The Government reserves the right to cancel this RFQ, either before or after the closing date.  In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse a quoter for any costs. Submitted quotations shall be valid for 60 days after the closing date of the RFQ.

The specifications are as follows:

 1/6.55 Scale Fiberglass MQ-9A Model:

(1) Scale: 1/6.55, with a length of approximately 5.50 feet and a wingspan of approximately 10.08 feet, ensuring accurate representation of the MQ-9A's dimensions and proportions. Dimension for reference is open source at MQ-9A Reaper (Predator B) | General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. in the Characteristics section of the webpage.

(2) Material: High-quality fiberglass construction for durability, weather resistance, and realistic appearance.

(3) Level of Detail: Accurate representation of external features, panel lines, antennas, and markings, as per provided specifications and reference imagery, including the following specific markings:

* Tail Flashing (Ruddervators): "Pennsylvania" at the top of each ruddervator and "PA 111 ATKW" on each ruddervator.

* Rudder: "AF 04016"

* Ruddervators: Air National Guard Patch on both ruddervators.

* 4 x AGM-114 Hellfire missiles designed to be optionally detachable, allowing the user to configure the model with or without the missiles attached.

* 1 x GBU-12 Paveway II laser-guided bomb designed to be optionally detachable, allowing the user to configure the model with or without the bomb attached.

* 1 x GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) designed to be optionally detachable, allowing the user to configure the model with or without the bomb attached.

(4) Finish: Professional-grade paint finish with accurate color matching to the standard MQ-9 paint scheme and a durable, weather-resistant clear coat.

(5) Weight: Manageable weight (approximately 15 to 18 kg) to allow for easy transport and setup by one or two individuals.

b. Model Stand:

(1) Material: The base will be sturdy and made of stainless steel, with the ability to bolt to the ground if necessary.

(2) Design: Designed for easy assembly and disassembly without specialized tools, allowing for quick setup and takedown.

(3) Finish: Professional-grade finish that complements the model's appearance and is resistant to scratches and wear.

(4) Stability: Must provide a stable base for the model, able to withstand 15 mph gust winds (if intended for outdoor displays). Prefer to a design that utilizes weights (e.g. sandbags) at base but must be sturdy enough to accommodate the tension and stress of that weight.

(5) Manageable weight (approximately 20 kg) to allow for easy transport and setup by one or two individuals.

c. Protective Travel/Storage Case:

(1) Material: Durable fiberglass construction to provide maximum protection for the model and stand during transport and storage.

(2) Interior: Custom-fitted foam padding to securely hold all model components (to include the model stand) and prevent movement or damage during transit.

(3) Closure: Secure latches and a tight-fitting seal to protect against dust, moisture, and impact.

(4) Handles: Integrated handles for easy carrying.

(5) Size: Packaging should be designed for easy transport and storage. Dimensions must accommodate the disassembled model and stand, while maintaining a manageable size and a total height of no more than 36 inches.

(6) Manageable weight (approximately 15 to 18 kg) to allow for easy transport and setup by one or two individuals.

(7) Carrying Handles: The fiberglass carrying case shall include four (4) durable, ergonomically designed handles, strategically placed to accommodate a minimum of two (2) individuals for safe and balanced lifting and transport. The handles must be capable of supporting the combined weight of the model and base within the case.

Files

File Type Posted
MQ-9 Tail.jpg JPG image
Provisions and Clauses.pdf PDF

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