The State of North Dakota is establishing a multi‑year, statewide cooperative purchasing contract for NDAA‑compliant unmanned aircraft systems, sensors, software, integration, training, maintenance, and support services. The solicitation supports the state’s Drone Replacement Program and future integration with the Vantis BVLOS network. Vendors must be on the DCMA Blue List, AUVSI Green List, or obtain North Dakota pre‑qualification, and must provide hardware, payloads, software, and full lifecycle services. The contract term is three years with possible extensions, and the initial program budget is about $8 million to be spent by June 30, 2027.
• Provide UAS platforms (small, medium, heavy, aerial‑application, VTOL/fixed‑wing, indoor/educational) and associated sensors/payloads.
• Deliver software, integration with the Vantis BVLOS network, training, warranty, maintenance, and technical support.
• Meet NDAA Section 889 compliance, FCC/Remote‑ID regulations, and must be listed on approved Blue/Green lists or pre‑qualified.
• Offer a firm price for the three‑year term; optional renewals and extensions are allowed.
• Submit proposals by April 29, 2026, with questions due by April 21, 2026.