OMM-LRD drone

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for the purchase of a Survey Drone that meets specific technical requirements. The drone must be a RTK/PPK Fixed-wing Small UAS with a removable camera, capable of a minimum 45-minute flight time, 60 km/h speed, 400-acre coverage, and 24MP geolocated imagery. The RFQ includes four line items: the drone platform, RTK/PPK controls, two additional batteries, and a smart battery charger. Bidders are informed that while a brand name, such as the FireFLY6 PRO, is used for descriptive purposes, "or equal" submissions will be considered. No response deadline, award date, or contract term is provided, and shipping charges are to be included in the price. The Department of the Interior has temporarily suspended the use of Chinese-made drones pending a security review, so bidders must demonstrate that their proposed product is equal to the specified brand.

The RFQ does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No information is provided regarding incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure and technology that requires integration. Additionally, the RFQ does not include any listed award values or budget ranges.