Matrice 350 with RTK

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), is procuring seven DJI Matrice 350 RTK drones with Zenmuse L1 cameras and Light Detecting and Ranging (LiDAR) or equivalent equipment. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeks vendors to provide the drone systems, including accessories such as batteries, controllers, and training. The resulting contract will have an initial term from contract execution through June 30, 2024, with a total potential term not to exceed 10 years. Bids are due electronically through the BidBuy procurement system by the specified Bid Opening Date. The procurement may be partially or totally funded with Federal funds, and the percentage of Federal funding will be disclosed prior to contract award. The drones will be used by IDOT Survey and Design teams to collect aerial imagery and terrain data, especially for intersection projects.

The IFB includes set-aside goals for Minority, Women, Veteran, and Persons with Disabilities Business Enterprise participation. Vendors must be registered in the Illinois Procurement Gateway (IPG) to be considered for this opportunity. The State will select the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, and the total payments under the contract shall not exceed an undisclosed maximum amount. The current Notice of Award indicates the contract was awarded to Unmanned Vehicle Technologies, LLC for $234,883.53, with six unsuccessful bidders.