City of San Diego PlanetBids #30000061-26-E

San Diego Police Department Drone as First Responder (DFR) Program RFI

The City of San Diego Purchasing & Contracting Department is seeking information from qualified vendors for a Drone as First Responder (DFR) program to support the San Diego Police Department (SDPD). - Government Buyer: - City of San Diego Purchasing & Contracting Department - End user: San Diego Police Department (SDPD) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Axon Enterprise - BRINC Drones - Motorola Solutions - Flock Safety - Iron Bow Technologies - Drones Made Easy - Products/Services Requested: - Drone as First Responder (DFR) program - Scalable drone hardware and software solutions - Real-time video streaming and situational awareness tools - Remote launch and control capabilities, including FAA-approved Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations - Integration with Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and 911 systems - Support services: training, maintenance, warranty, and regulatory compliance - Pricing structures for hardware, software, and services - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must be scalable for citywide coverage - Must support remote launch and control under BVLOS flight rules - Interoperability with public safety dispatch and emergency response systems - Emphasis on regulatory compliance and ongoing support - RFI is for information gathering only; no contract will be awarded at this stage

Description

The City of San Diego is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified vendors capable of providing a Drone as First Responder (DFR) program for the San Diego Police Department. The program aims to provide real-time situational awareness during emergencies and law enforcement operations, scalable for citywide coverage with remote launch and control capabilities under FAA-approved Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) flight rules. The City seeks information on hardware, software, interoperability with CAD and 911 systems, pricing structures, and additional services such as training, maintenance, warranty, and regulatory compliance. This RFI is for information gathering and planning; no contract will be awarded based on responses.

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