University of Missouri Ionwave #26-0126

University of Missouri Solicitation: Long Range Fixed Wing UAV for UMKC Campus

The University of Missouri is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of long range fixed wing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for use at the UMKC Campus. - Government Buyer: - University of Missouri, UM Procurement Office - Primary contact: Amanda Barnes - Products and Quantities Requested: - 1 Long Range Fixed Wing UAV - Minimum 550 nautical mile range - Communication range of at least 5 km using Doodle Lab RM-2450 radio - Pixhawk Cube-based flight controller - Hybrid propulsion system - NDAA section 848 compliance required - Includes shipping/transport container - 1 Hard transport case for UAV - Shipping/freight costs and any applicable tariffs or duties - Unique or Notable Requirements: - UAV must be compliant with NDAA section 848 (restricting certain foreign components) - Digital accessibility standards apply to related products/services - Pricing must remain firm for the initial four-year term - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named; requirements reference Doodle Lab (radio) and Pixhawk (flight controller) as technology standards - Place of Performance and Delivery: - UMKC Campus, Kansas City, MO - Contracting office: UM Procurement, Columbia, MO - Contract Term: - Four years with four additional one-year renewal options

Description

The University of Missouri is soliciting bids for the furnishing and delivery of long range fixed wing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for the UMKC Campus. The UAVs must meet specific technical requirements including a 550 nautical mile range, 5 km+ communication range, Pixhawk Cube-based flight controller, NDAA section 848 compliance, hybrid propulsion system, and include a shipping/transport container. The contract term is four years with an option to renew for four additional one-year periods. Bids must be submitted electronically by April 10, 2026, and all bids are subject to the university's terms and conditions.

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