Drone Rescue Payload Dropper Procurement

The contract solicitation titled Drone Rescue Payload Dropper Procurement under solicitation number SRC0000034513 seeks vendors to supply drone systems capable of deploying rescue payloads for law enforcement operations. Issued by the Dnr750910 Lake Erie Law Enforcement Dnrlak agency under the SLED category, the opportunity is targeted toward organizations capable of delivering drone technology designed for emergency response scenarios in Ohio. The solicitation was posted on March 4, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses set for March 12, 2026, at 9:30 PM Eastern Time. The drones must be equipped to carry and accurately deploy rescue equipment such as life vests, medical supplies, or communication devices in challenging environments. Performance of the contract is expected to occur within the state of Ohio, though specific locations are not detailed. No set-aside provisions or NAICS code have been specified, indicating the procurement is open to all qualified bidders regardless of business size or classification. Interested parties must submit proposals through the Ohio e-procurement portal linked in the solicitation.