Praia - Skydio X10D Drone Acquisition

The U.S. Department of State plans to award a contract for the acquisition of Skydio X10D drones on a brand name basis, ensuring the selected equipment meets specific requirements for durability, functionality, and compatibility with existing systems. This procurement follows federal regulations allowing for brand name purchases when only a particular product can satisfy the agency’s needs. A Justification and Approval document has been prepared and made publicly available to explain the necessity of limiting the contract to this specific drone model. This contract, titled "Praia - Skydio X10D Drone Acquisition," is being conducted by the U.S. Embassy in Praia, with the place of performance also located in Praia. The notice was posted on March 25, 2026, and is managed by the Department of State office based in Washington, DC. Primary contact for the acquisition is Albertina De Pina, with Leslie Bowser as secondary contact, both reachable via provided email addresses and phone numbers. The acquisition is being handled as a special notice under specified federal acquisition regulations, and further details are accessible through the SAM.gov portal.