DR2000 drone plus accessories with onsite training

Stephen F. Austin State University has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB# DRONE-DR2000) for a comprehensive drone package with specialized air monitoring equipment. The procurement seeks one DR2000 drone with a Thermal Camera and Odor Concentration Module Standard CamFlite Drone Package, including multiple advanced environmental sensing components. Key deliverables include methane, ammonia, and hydrogen sulfide sensors, particulate monitors, sample acquisition systems, cloud-based software subscriptions, batteries, and associated accessories. The bid requires vendors to submit detailed unit pricing for each component, with separate listings for educational and special discounts. Proposals must be submitted electronically to bids@sfasu.edu by March 17, 2025 at 3:00 P.M., with an expected delivery date of May 15, 2025. The university will evaluate bids based on low line item pricing, total line item costs, or any combination deemed most advantageous to the institution. Vendors must also provide comprehensive insurance certificates as part of their bid submission.

The solicitation includes potential preferences for Texas-based and Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) vendors under Rule 34 TAC 20.38, which may provide competitive advantages to qualifying businesses. The bid appears to have no explicit restrictions on vendor size or type, though compliance with state procurement regulations and submission of required documentation is mandatory. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the complexity of the drone package with multiple sensors and software subscriptions suggests a significant investment. The university reserves the right to make awards at its discretion, potentially splitting line items among multiple vendors or selecting the most comprehensive and cost-effective proposal. The procurement appears focused on acquiring advanced environmental monitoring technology with significant emphasis on precision sensing capabilities for air quality and emissions tracking.