5901-Asset Mgmt/Fotokite Sigma Tethered Drone w/Case

The City of Columbus, through its Department of Public Service, is seeking formal bids to acquire a tethered drone designed for asset collection, inspection, traffic counting, event management, and communication support. The contract will involve the purchase and delivery of this specialized drone, with bidders required to demonstrate that they are certified resellers of the manufacturer and possess relevant experience in providing similar equipment and warranty services over the past five years. Additionally, bidders must provide references from at least four clients with comparable scope and complexity, showcasing successful past contracts. The bidding process includes a question submission deadline of September 2nd, with responses to be posted by September 5th, and the final proposal submission deadline is September 25th. Interested parties are directed to the City of Columbus Vendor Services website for detailed procedures on proposal submission and further bid information. The procurement, identified as RFQ031101, is part of a solicitation with a contract value estimated between $50,000 and $150,000, and falls under the NAICS code 334514. The project is based in Ohio, with the primary goal of enhancing the city's asset management, traffic monitoring, and event communication capabilities through the deployment of a tethered drone system. Bidders must adhere to the specified specifications and demonstrate relevant experience and successful project history to qualify for this opportunity. More details and the opportunity to respond can be accessed through the provided online portal.