Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones)

The state of Illinois has posted a contract opportunity for the procurement of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones). The specifications provided outline the requirements for a quadcopter drone, including performance capabilities such as maximum speed, ascent and descent rates, hovering accuracy, flight time, control system, and image/video capture capabilities. The procurement also requires the delivery of three batteries, three storage media, and a protective carrying case that can withstand extreme temperatures and has an IP67 rating. No further details are provided regarding the issuing agency, response due dates, award information, or contract term.

The contract opportunity appears to have a narrow eligibility, as no information is provided regarding set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Similarly, there are no details on any incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure that may require integration. The value or budget range for the contract is also not disclosed.