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Acquisition of DJI Agricultural Drone (UAV) and Accessories for Research Programs

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63-ARM1060317R1State & Local

Submission Closed01/03/2025, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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North Carolina State University's Crop and Soil Sciences division is seeking to acquire a DJI agricultural drone (UAV), along with necessary accessories and online pilot training courses, to support their collaborative research initiatives. The procurement aims to enhance research capabilities by integrating advanced drone technology tailored for agricultural applications. The contract is valued between $25,000 and $50,000 and is open for responses until January 3, 2025. The solicitation, identified as number 63-ARM1060317R1, is issued under the North Carolina State government and falls within the NAICS code 541720, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. This initiative underscores the university’s commitment to leveraging innovative technology to advance agricultural research efforts within North Carolina.

General Info

Agency

North Carolina State

NAICS

541720 - Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities

Place of Performance

NC, USA

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NONE

Documents

ARM1060317R1 Submission Instructions for NC State University RFQ

submission-instructions

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RFQ 63-ARM1060317R1 DJI Agricultural Drone & Accessories REBID

rfq

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PhaseClosed

PostedDec 10

Solicitation

Notice updatedDec 10

The notice title changed. NAICS code changed from 541720 to 541990.

Response DeadlineJan 3

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Submission Closed

01/03/2025, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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Full Description

NC State University's Crop & Soil Sciences division would like to acquire a specific DJI agricultural drone (UAV), accessories and online pilot training courses for collaborative research programs.