Unmanned Aircraft
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- 15DDHQ26N00000199
- Agency
-
Drug Enforcement Administration
Department of Justice
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336411 Aircraft Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Drug Enforcement Administration issued a sole-source acquisition notice on May 18, 2026, to procure Skydio R10 drones through a firm-fixed-price purchase order with Atlantic Diving Supply, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The estimated contract value is $158,340 with delivery by August 30, 2026. This is not a recurring requirement.
The DEA justifies sole-source procurement on the basis that the Skydio R10's integrated, autonomous, 360-degree collision-avoidance capability is essential for safe operation in unknown conditions and locations, and no other U.S.-based manufacturer currently offers a comparable all-around 360-degree AI collision-avoidance system with the same level of autonomy. Market research confirmed other U.S.-manufactured drones lack equivalent capabilities and cannot be modified within acceptable timeframes or costs. Atlantic Diving Supply is the only authorized government and defense reseller for this platform. NDAA compliance factored in the evaluation, and the contracting officer has determined price is fair and reasonable.
In accordance with FAR 5.207(c)(16)(ii), vendors believing they can meet the Government's requirements may submit a capability statement for consideration by May 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The Government retains sole discretion to open the requirement to competition or maintain sole-source award. Submit capability statements electronically to Kenny.J.Douangmala@dea.gov. The acquisition will proceed under FAR Part 13 simplified acquisition procedures.
Notice text
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) intends to negotiate a sole source basis with Atlantic Diving Supply located at 2512 Aviator DR. Virgina Beach, VA 23453 for the Skydio R10 drone.
In accordance with FAR 5.207(c)(16)(ii), vendors that feel they can meet the Government's requirements detailed above may submit a capability statement which shall be considered by the agency. The Government anticipates the award of a firm‐fixed price purchase order. A determination by the Government not to open the requirement to competition based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. The acquisition will be conducted through the FAR Part 13 "Simplified Acquisition Procedures." The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this requirement is 336411. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotation. A Request for Quotation (RFQ) is not available. Closing date for submitting a capability statement is May 22, 2026 at 10:00am Eastern Time. All submissions should be submitted electronically to Kenny.J.Douangmala@dea.gov
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| A15 - Limited Source Documentation_RED.pdf |
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