# University of Central Missouri Ionwave #27-016 Addendum 2

UCM procurement for agricultural spray and thermal drone systems

**Posted:** October 22, 2026
**Respond By:** November 02, 2026
**Identifier:** 27-016 Addendum 2
**NAICS:** 423820

The University of Central Missouri is seeking two drone systems for its Agriculture Department’s workforce-development and instructional program.
- **Government buyer:** University of Central Missouri (UCM), Procurement Services, for the Agriculture Department; Warrensburg, Missouri.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No drone OEM, brand, model, or part number is specified. The solicitation identifies these suppliers or planholders, not confirmed manufacturers or awardees: A6 Scientific Corp.; Agra Tech Greenhouse Manufacturers; AgriVision Solutions, LLC; All American Poly; Allied Oil & Tire Company; ALLSEEING RESEARCH SERVICES; Amazon Capital Services Inc.; Aquaneering, Inc.; Avenues International Inc.; Blackridge Research & Consulting; Blue Skies Drone Rental; BOBCAT OF ST. LOUIS COLUMBIA; Brightview Landscape, LLC; Clear Creek Services LLC; ClearSpan Fabric Structures International; and Mid-America Turf & Landscaping LLC.
- **Products requested:** One agricultural spray drone package and one thermal drone package. No manufacturer part numbers are provided; bidders must identify the make and model of each major component.
  - **Agricultural spray drone — quantity 1:** Four-rotor aircraft, spray tank with at least 19-gallon nominal capacity, at least three compatible flight batteries, generator rated for at least 16,000 watts continuous output, suitable trailer at least 12 feet long, and at least 200 gallons of total liquid storage. Include required accessories and equipment.
  - **Thermal drone — quantity 1:** Four-motor aircraft with at least 45 minutes advertised flight time; integrated visible-light cameras including at least 48-megapixel wide-angle imaging and zoom; thermal camera with at least 640 × 512 native resolution and spot/area temperature measurement; laser rangefinder with at least 1,500-meter range; low-light/night imaging; omnidirectional obstacle sensing; multiple satellite navigation systems; RTK capability; enterprise controller with outdoor-suitable touchscreen; at least three intelligent batteries, approved multi-battery charger, and removable high-speed storage.
- **Services and notable requirements:** Include delivery, setup, applicable software, materials, supplies, permits and licenses, and training in the bid price. Provide initial operational training for faculty and designated students or staff, plus at least one year of equipment warranty and thermal-drone technical support after acceptance. An authorized dealer with a physical business location within 175 miles of Warrensburg must provide purchase and service support.
- Both drone systems and critical associated hardware and software must meet applicable U.S. NDAA restrictions, including restrictions involving companies based in China or specified other countries. No substitutions or alternates are permitted. Third-party software requires accessibility documentation, including an ACR/VPAT and vendor questionnaire addressing WCAG 2.1 AA.
- **Performance:** One-time equipment purchase, with delivery and readiness for use required by the solicitation deadline. At least one year of warranty coverage is required; no multiyear term or annual subscription is specified.

### Description

The University of Central Missouri is soliciting bids for one agricultural spray drone and one thermal drone to support workforce development curriculum in its Agriculture Department. Suppliers may bid on either or both line items, and the drones and critical associated systems must comply with the U.S. National Defense Authorization Act. The scope includes the equipment and associated accessories, delivery, setup, software, training, and other specified costs; equipment must be delivered by November 24, 2026. Bids are accepted through the UCM eBid system only.

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