GIS Mapping Drone & Parachute System

The State of Kansas, through the Adjutant General, is soliciting competitive proposals for a complete GIS Mapping Drone and Parachute System to support the Kansas Army National Guard’s geospatial operations. The contract will span five years and includes delivery of the drone hardware, a high‑resolution multi‑sensor payload, a rugged controller, a certified parachute system for operations over people, and five‑year care, support, and subscription services. Bidders must meet strict performance, security, and “Buy America” requirements and provide all certifications (NDAA, BABBA, FAA OOP, etc.). No pre‑bid conference is required; questions are due by August 26 2026, and bids close on September 23 2026. • Minimum take‑off weight ≤ 5.5 lb, foldable design, ≤ 40 sec deployment • ≥ 40 min flight time, IP55 rating, wind resistance up to 28 mph • Dual‑camera payload (≥ 50 MP wide‑angle, ≥ 64 MP telephoto) plus optional thermal sensor • RTK/PPK capability for centimeter‑level geospatial accuracy • Onboard AI (NVIDIA‑class) for autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance • FAA‑compliant parachute system with autonomous and manual deployment triggers • 5‑year maintenance, support, and subscription included • Must be 100 % “Buy America” compliant and meet NDAA/DIU Blue UAS list requirements