California eProcure #10847933

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Solicits U.S.-Made Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) with Accessories and Support (Small Business Set-Aside)

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), Office of Correctional Safety, is seeking quotes from U.S.-based small businesses for a U.S.-manufactured Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) and related services to support tactical operations. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), Office of Correctional Safety - OEMs and Vendors: - Skydio is referenced as an example OEM (Skydio X10 Starter Kit), but no specific OEM is mandated - Products/Services Requested: - Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Starter Kit - Must include: UAS, three batteries, all charging cables, carrying case, ruggedized UAS controller (integrated 1750 NITS screen, IP54 rating), thermal infrared camera (640x512 resolution, radiometry, 200-degree gimbal travel), spotlight, speaker, night-flight infrared filter, strobes - Must meet: U.S. manufacturing, weight under 5 lbs, minimum 35-minute flight time, IP55 weather rating, wireless connectivity (2.4 GHz), flight speed up to 45 MPH - All software and firmware must be developed and maintained in the U.S.; remote ID compliance required - Three-year airframe and parts warranty, including Skydio Care for X10 Bundle with Cellular 5G+VT300-Z (3-year plan) or equivalent - Training and Technical Assistance - Includes staff training and help desk support 7 days a week, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All hardware, software, and updates must be U.S.-manufactured and maintained, in compliance with pending federal legislation (Countering CCP Drones Act) - Delivery required within 30 to 120 days after receipt of order - Only U.S.-based small businesses are eligible to respond - Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder - The UAS will be used for tactical operations such as warrant execution and search and rescue

Description

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is soliciting quotes exclusively from Small Businesses for an unmanned aircraft system to be used by the Office of Correctional Safety. The procurement includes the supply of the UAS, training, and technical assistance, with strict compliance to specified requirements such as UAS dimensions, weight, flight time, and thermal camera capabilities. The contract period is from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, and all hardware and software must be manufactured and maintained in the United States. The deadline for quote submission is June 18, 2026, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

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