Parrot anafi USA drones

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking to procure through competitive bidding 72 factory new current model (2022 or 2023) Parrot Anafi USA drones with specified equipment for the Florida Forestry Service (FFS). The drones will be used to support the FFS mission, including wildfire management, prescribed burning, emergency response, and forest management activities throughout Florida. The ITB specifies detailed technical requirements for the drones, including camera capabilities, stabilization, environmental ratings, and flight times. FDACS will award a single contract to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest total price. The bid is due on February 10, 2023, and the public bid opening will be held on February 13, 2023. FDACS anticipates posting the recommended award on February 21, 2023. Additionally, FDACS reserves the right to purchase additional quantities of the drones within 12 months of the award at the same terms and pricing.

The contract opportunity covers the jurisdictions of Leon County and Tampa City in the state of Florida. The ITB does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The ITB does not specify any award values or budget ranges, but indicates that the contract is subject to annual appropriations by the Florida Legislature.