Airborne Thermal Imagery Camera System

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is conducting a competitive procurement for an Airborne Thermal Imagery Camera System to be installed on a Cessna C-206, with a specific focus on comprehensive technical capabilities and integration requirements. The procurement (RFP PC235432) seeks a camera system with mandatory specifications including 4-axis gyro stabilization, color and thermal cameras with continuous zoom, low light capabilities, under 65-pound weight capacity, auto tracking, geo-location features, and laser rangefinder compatibility. The system must specifically integrate with WSP Aviation's existing FLIR 380HDc cameras and Shotover Augmented Reality System mapping platform. Key deliverables include the camera system, cabling, handheld controller, and on-site operator training for up to 15 students, with a required delivery date of March 31, 2025. The evaluation criteria are complex, incorporating bid responsiveness, non-cost factors, cost factors (60 points), reference evaluations (40 points), and additional scoring for Washington Small Business (10 points), Certified Veteran-Owned Business (10 points), and compliance with specific executive orders. Bidders must submit questions by December 30, 2024, with anticipated answers by January 6, 2025, and final proposal submissions are due by January 31, 2025, with an anticipated contract award on February 14, 2025.

The procurement encourages participation from small and diverse businesses, establishing voluntary participation goals of 6.6% for Minority-Owned Businesses and 1.47% for Veteran-Owned Businesses. Bidders must be registered in the Washington Electronic Business Solution (WEBS) under specific commodity codes and complete a Diverse Business Inclusion Plan if utilizing subcontractors. The contract includes provisions for businesses certified by the Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (OMWBE) and the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), with additional preference points for Washington Small Businesses and Certified Veteran-Owned Businesses. Qualifying businesses can receive up to 5 points for PCB-free product offerings and must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $2 million in general liability insurance. While the specific budget is not explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a single-unit purchase with a potential 5-year contract term. Businesses must be registered with the Washington Secretary of State and Department of Revenue, and must provide commercial or government references demonstrating similar goods/services delivery capabilities.