DJI unmanned aerial systems - UAS drones

The City of Torrington, Connecticut, is conducting a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Torrington Police Department to purchase Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS/Drones), specifically seeking new, current production DJI UAV models. The precise procurement includes the Matrice 30T Combo, Mini 3 Pro Combo, CZI LP12 Search Light and Broadcast System for M30, Matrice 30 Series TB30 Intelligent Flight Battery, and DJI Mini 3 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery, with strict requirements that no substitutions will be accepted. Vendors must be licensed UAS manufacturers, wholesalers, or retailers capable of providing these specific equipment models. The solicitation period runs from July 14, 2022, to July 28, 2022, with a vendor Q&A period available from July 14, 2022, at 4:15 PM EDT until July 20, 2022, at 12:00 PM EDT. Proposals are due by July 28, 2022, at 11:00 AM EDT, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination and payment terms set at Net 30 Days. The City reserves the right to award the contract to the bidder that best serves the public interest, which may not necessarily be the lowest bidder, and maintains the ability to reject any or all bids.

The procurement is designated as an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity initiative, with explicit encouragement for participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Small Business Enterprises (SBEs). While no incumbent vendor information is provided, the solicitation is open to all qualified vendors meeting the specified requirements. The City of Torrington has not disclosed an estimated total contract value or specific budget range for this UAS equipment procurement. The solicitation documents indicate that the City reserves the right to award the contract to one or more bidders submitting essentially identical proposals that best serve the public interest. Potential respondents should note that the City can waive technicalities and is not obligated to select the lowest bid, but rather will make a determination based on comprehensive evaluation of proposals and potential public benefit.