Montana eMacs #DEQ-LimtSol2026-0228

Award for FreeFly Astro Max Uncrewed Aerial System to Montana DEQ

This award supports the Montana Department of Environmental Quality's acquisition of advanced aerial survey technology. - Government Buyer: - Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) - OEMs and Vendors: - OEM: Freefly Systems (manufacturer of the Astro Max drone and accessories) - Awarded Vendor: Unmanned Vehicle Technologies - Other Bidders: RDO Equipment Co., Camrise LLC, Gresco Supply, Inc. - Products/Services Requested: - FreeFly Astro Max Uncrewed Aerial Unit (1 unit) - Includes: Astro Max Drone, landing gear, props, isolator, LR1 payload, Freefly gimbal, Sony ILX-LR1 61MP camera, Sigma 24mm f3.5 mapping lens (p/n 404965), USB-C thumb drive, foam insert set, hex drivers, proptectors, spare parts, extra proptector, spare isolators, rubber hole grommet, Pilot Pro Controller, Samsung Active Tab 3, Doodle Labs RF radio, custom neck strap, 6 SL8-Air batteries, 4 SL8 fast chargers, SL8 travel case, replacement props, spare parts kit - Ground Control Unit (1 unit) - Protective Case (1 unit) - IR Sensor (1 unit; includes Sony LR1 camera, lens, thermal upgrade, counterweight) - Extra Batteries (1 set; 2 SL8 aircraft batteries) - Extra Props (1 set; 2 pairs of Astro props) - Extended Warranty (1 unit; Freefly Armor two-year protection plan) - Shipping F.O.B. Destination (1 unit) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only new, unused FreeFly Astro Max products accepted (no substitutes) - Two-year extended warranty (Freefly Armor) with service benefits, including 10% discount on service/training, annual checkup, and exclusive event invite - Delivery required within 21 days of purchase order - Detailed manufacturer literature and warranty information required - Attestation regarding use of artificial intelligence in proposal preparation - Competitive evaluation of bids with multiple vendors considered

Description

The State of Montana Department of Environmental Quality seeks a contractor to provide new, unused FreeFly Astro Max Uncrewed Aerial Systems to support programmatic needs. The FreeFly Astro Max is the only brand the State will accept in response to this Limited Solicitation. The procurement involves providing the specified aerial systems with detailed specifications and bid submittal requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. The response deadline is June 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT, and the procurement is managed through the Montana state procurement portal.

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