Acquisition of Unmanned Aerial System (Drone) for Law Enforcement Operations

The Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians (CTCLUSI) Tribal Police Department is seeking to procure an advanced Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) for comprehensive law enforcement operations. The procurement targets professional-grade drones with specific technical requirements, including 4K video resolution, thermal imaging, 30-minute flight time, GPS-enabled autonomous flight, and obstacle avoidance technology. Proposed drones must be capable of supporting multiple operational functions such as surveillance, search and rescue, traffic management, crime scene documentation, and tactical operations. The evaluation criteria will comprehensively assess vendors across five key areas: technical specifications, cost and value, vendor experience and references, training program quality, and warranty/support/maintenance services. Proposals are due by May 29, 2025, at 2 PM PST, with submissions required via email to njohnson@ctclusi.org, and a notice of award expected no later than June 6, 2025. Vendors must submit detailed proposals including technical specifications, cost breakdown, delivery timeline, implementation plan, references, and evidence of FAA compliance. Potential drone models recommended in the specification include the DJI Matrice 30T, DJI Matrice 350 RTK, Autel Robotics Alpha L35T, and Skydio X10.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the procurement process appears open to qualified vendors meeting the technical and operational requirements. The RFQ indicates this is a cash sale, and CTCLUSI is a state sales tax-exempt organization, which may provide some financial advantages for vendors. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, suggesting this is potentially a new technology acquisition for the tribal police department. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range, but the comprehensive technical requirements and preference for high-end drone systems suggest a significant investment. Vendors are encouraged to provide available discounts, and the tribal organization maintains no obligation to reimburse proposal preparation expenses. Interested parties may contact Norbert A. Johnson at (541) 435-7173 or njohnson@ctclusi.org with questions through May 22, 2025, at 2 PM, providing an opportunity for potential bidders to seek clarification before proposal submission.