SUPPLY OF (1) ONE MULTI-MISSION UNMANNED GROUND VEHICLE(UGA) TACTICAL SYSTEM KIT

The City of Kenner, Louisiana, has issued solicitation 26-6986 for the procurement of one Multi-Mission Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) Tactical System Kit. The required system must be a complete, mission-ready tactical robotic deployment system, using the Teledyne FLIR PackBot 525 System Configuration or an approved equal as the benchmark. Key technical specifications include a tracked chassis with modular expansion ports, two articulating stabilizer assemblies, and a multi-axis articulated manipulator arm with a minimum vertical reach of 73.5 inches and a lift capacity of 44 lbs. The kit must also include a ruggedized Operator Control Unit, an integrated robot radio transceiver, two dual battery cradle assemblies, six high-capacity military-standard BB-2590 battery packs, and a high-rate smart charger assembly. The contract is valued at a maximum of 250,000 dollars and will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder based on price, bidder qualifications, and compliance with specifications. Preference is given to materials and supplies produced or manufactured in Louisiana. Bids must be submitted by November 10, 2026, and quoted as FOB Delivered to the Kenner Police Department. The successful contractor must provide a minimum one-year manufacturer or vendor warranty from the date of final agency acceptance and conduct required training on-site at agency facilities in Kenner. Payment is contingent upon completion and acceptance, with invoices submitted via email within 40 days of billing. Contractors with 50 or more full-time employees for contracts exceeding 100,000 dollars must provide specific certifications, and all providers must adhere to federal and state non-discrimination laws.