NATO Support and Procurement Agency #RFP-CKARFI001

NATO Seeks Portable Charging Solution for SKYDIO X10D UAS Batteries

This opportunity from the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) seeks a portable charging solution for the SKYDIO X10D Unmanned Aerial System (UAS): - Government Buyer: - NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), LQ - Alliance Ground Surveillance (AGS) and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Programme - OEM Highlight: - SKYDIO is the required OEM, as the solution must be fully compatible with the SKYDIO X10D UAS ecosystem - Products/Services Requested: - Portable charging solution for SKYDIO X10D UAS batteries and ground control station - Solution may be an existing commercial product or a newly developed system - Must charge at least two SKYDIO X10D batteries and one ground control station simultaneously - Must support multiple power sources: 230V AC, USB-C PD, 12V DC (civilian vehicles), 2130V DC (military vehicles) - Must be highly portable (max 8 kg, one-handed transport), rugged, and easy to use - Must meet MIL-STD-461G electromagnetic compatibility and IP55 ingress protection - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Automatic power source selection - Secure mounting and transportability for both mounted and dismounted operations - Respondents must provide technical datasheets, compatibility confirmation, and relevant documentation

Description

This solicitation seeks a portable charging solution compatible with the SKYDIO X10D UAS batteries to support sustained field operations. The solution should enable battery charging during field deployment, including mounted and dismounted operations, while maintaining portability, ruggedness, and ease of use. The current charging method supports simultaneous charging of two batteries, and the new solution should improve operational autonomy and reduce logistical footprint. Responses are sought for either existing commercially available solutions or development of a dedicated portable charging solution.

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