CSU - NDAA / Blue UAS Listed Small Uncrewed Aircraft System (sUAS) / Drone

Columbus State University is issuing solicitation 53000-eRFQ-002158-2027 to establish a contract with a qualified supplier for an NDAA-compliant and Blue UAS-listed small uncrewed aircraft system drone platform. The equipment will be utilized for remote sensing and secure aerial mapping applications. The initial term of the contract runs from the date of award through the end of the state fiscal year, ending June 30th, with four optional one-year renewal terms available at the university's discretion. Responses must be submitted by December 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Suppliers will be evaluated based on their professional experience, delivery capabilities, and adherence to strict compliance standards, including the disclosure of business litigation from the last five years and certification regarding suspension or debarment. Required submissions include a bid bond, a completed sales and use tax compliance form, and agreement to provide performance and payment bonds upon award. Additionally, the selected supplier must meet specific insurance requirements and accept the state's purchasing card as a valid payment method. All technical specifications are detailed in the provided final specifications documentation.