ARS WISPR Systems Sky Scout UAS-Brand Name

Solicitation 12760426Q0184 is a combined synopsis and request for quote issued by the USDA Forest Service for the procurement of one Wispr Systems Sky Scout 2+ UAS drone. This acquisition is 100% set-aside for small business concerns under NAICS code 334511 and will be awarded as a firm-fixed price purchase order to the lowest technically acceptable offeror. The drone is required for the ARS Genetics and Sustainable Agriculture Research Unit to perform real-time soil temperature measurements via remote sensing, necessitating a system that can integrate a MicaSense altum pt sensor with a custom gimbal and specific software integration. The equipment is to be delivered to Mississippi State, Mississippi. The contract imposes stringent security and supply chain risk management requirements, including the use of tamper-evident packaging and trusted shipping channels such as U.S. registered mail. Contractors must comply with USDA Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management language, which includes adhering to NIST SP 800-53 security controls and providing evidence of supply chain information security management certifications. Additionally, the solicitation requires certifications regarding anti-discrimination and DEI compliance, as well as standard FAR clauses related to the Buy American Act and the Israeli Trade Act. Offerors must submit pricing for all items listed in the Bill of Materials to be considered responsive.