UAV/Drone

The Iowa Department of Public Safety is seeking a multi‑payload unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system to support law‑enforcement and public‑safety missions. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder that meets the detailed technical specifications, includes required accessories, training, and complies with federal procurement regulations. • Minimum flight time 25 min with payload, IP54 rating, operating temp 32 °F‑122 °F, max width 36 in, BVLOS range ≥ 3 km, RTK‑GPS compatible with Iowa statewide correction signal. • Must support quick‑change payloads (3‑band camera, thermal, 4‑band camera, future LiDAR) and include controller, mission‑planning software (e.g., Pix4D), and four extra battery packs. • All equipment must be Buy‑America compliant, meet Section 889 NDAA FY 2019, and be sourced from manufacturers on the DoD “Blue List”/UAS Cleared List. • Delivery to Johnston, Iowa; includes on‑site orientation training (non‑licensing).