SAM #12760426Q0183

USDA Forest Service Solicitation for Astro Max Drone-based Photogrammetric Survey Platform

The USDA Forest Service, through the Oklahoma and Central Plains Agricultural Research Center (OCPARC), is soliciting quotations for an Astro Max Drone-based Photogrammetric Survey Platform to enhance flood alert capabilities. - Government Buyer: - USDA Forest Service - Oklahoma and Central Plains Agricultural Research Center (OCPARC) - Products/Services Requested: - Astro Max Drone-based Photogrammetric Survey Platform - Fully automated lake volume survey drones - Equipment must be NDAA compliant - Compatibility with ESRI Site Scan post-processing software required - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment used for quantifying lake volume and generating early warning flood alerts via AI algorithms - Advance delivery notification, site sign-in, and government escort required for delivery personnel - Set aside for small business concerns under NAICS code 334511 - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs, vendors, part numbers, or quantities mentioned in the solicitation text - Additional Details: - Detailed specifications, bill of materials, and item requirements referenced as attachments (not provided in text)

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes as the only solicitation.  Offers​ are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.   

12760426Q0183 is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Astro Max Drone-based Photogrammetric Survey Platform. See attached for list of specs, quantity, and delivery information.  

This acquisition is 100% set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334511.​ All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.   

The Oklahoma and Central Plains Agricultural Research Center (OCPARC) requires fully automated lake volume survey drone for early warning flood alerts. This equipment is valuable in quantifying lake volume that will be used to generate early warning flood alerts from artificial intelligence algorithms. This data will assist farmers, ranchers, and producers to protect their croplands, livestock, and infrastructure (e.g., utilities; transportation routes for transporting crops from the field to processing plants, supermarkets, restaurants; commercial and residential properties).

Equipment for drone-based photogrammetric digital elevation surveys. All equipment must be NDAA compliant and compatible with existing ESRI Site Scan post-processing software.

Coordination: Contractor must notify the POC 7 days prior to delivery and provide an ETA 24 hours in advance.

Site Rules: All delivery personnel must sign in and remain under Government escort while on-site.

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