Description
This procurement is for a single rotary‑wing unmanned aerial vehicle (drone) equipped with payload‑release capability and accessories to support public‑safety and HAZMAT operations for Cuyahoga County’s Office of Emergency Management. The county seeks a system that can carry at least a 15‑lb payload, provide a minimum of 30 minutes of flight time per battery, and include a light beacon, camera, and four detachable batteries. The requirement is issued as an informal Request for Bid (RFB) and was opened on March 3 2022, with the Q&A period closing on March 9 2022 and the final bid deadline on March 11 2022. The contract was awarded shortly thereafter, though the winning vendor’s identity is not disclosed. The scope focuses on a ready‑to‑use drone system rather than a services‑only arrangement, implying a firm‑fixed‑price delivery of hardware and associated accessories.
• One (1) rotary‑wing UAV with ≥ 15 lb payload capacity, ≥ 30 min flight time, and ≥ 2 mi range.
• Required accessories: light beacon, payload‑release mechanism, camera view, four batteries, and remote‑control system with video feed.
• Procurement type: informal RFB (full and open competition) issued by Cuyahoga County, Ohio.