My Florida Marketplace #FWC SS 26/27-06

Procurement of Unmanned Aircraft Systems with IGNIS Aerial Ignition Packages for Prescribed Fire Management

This opportunity involves the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's procurement of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) with aerial ignition capabilities for prescribed fire management. - Government Buyer: - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) - Division of Habitat and Species Management, Wildlife and Habitat Management Section, South Region - OEMs and Vendors: - Drone Amplified, Inc. (manufacturer of IGNIS aerial ignition systems) - Products Requested: - 8 Astro UAS/IGNIS III mini ignition packages with strobes - Includes drone, landing gear, replacement props, transport case, radio controller, batteries, chargers, battery transport cases, thermal/visual camera, gimbal, remote ID module, ignition sphere dispenser (Dragon egg), tablet, and strobe - 6 strobe upgrades for existing fleet systems - 1 IGNIS II hopper for existing fleet system - Services Requested: - On-site operator training course for UAS aerial ignition system - Unique/Notable Requirements: - UAS must comply with Florida Administrative Code 60GG-2.0075 Tier III security standards - Must include both thermal and visual cameras, ignition sphere dispensers, and software for burn unit boundary input and ignition pattern control - U.S.-based data storage required - Drones must not be manufactured or controlled by a Foreign Country of Concern - Only Drone Amplified's IGNIS system meets all legislative, security, and operational requirements for this application - Estimated contract value: $694,492

Description

This is a single source notice for the procurement of unmanned aircraft systems equipped with aerial ignition systems to be used for aerial prescribed fire ignition, surveillance, and monitoring. The systems must meet Florida Administrative Code 60GG-2.0075 Tier III security requirements and include features such as thermal and visual cameras, ignition sphere dispensers, and software for burn unit boundary input and ignition pattern control. The vendor must provide information about their ability to supply these systems by September 23, 2026. The selected contractor must comply with all applicable laws and demonstrate capability and reliability to perform the contract.

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