16--SAM.gov Justification Posting
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior (DOI) has posted a Sole Source Justification for extending an existing Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with Drone Amplified Inc. for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). This extension is for the continued provision of specialized drones and accessories, primarily the Freefly Alta X (Blue Kit) with IGNIS Plastic Sphere Dispenser (PSD) payloads, used for aerial ignition in wildfire management. The justification seeks to extend the ordering period by two years, from May 19, 2026, to May 18, 2028.
Opportunity Details
This Special Notice serves to post a redacted Sole Source Justification in accordance with RFO 6.301. The justification details the requirement for UAS capabilities to support aggressive fuel reduction and wildfire fighting, particularly in remote or difficult terrain, through aerial ignition for backburns and prescribed fires. The primary equipment includes the Freefly Alta X (Blue Kit) and the Drone Amplified IGNIS PSD payloads, with provisions for future versions and other related accessories.
Contract & Extension
The current Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) BPA has a $10,000,000.00 ceiling and a 3-year ordering period set to expire on May 18, 2026. The justification proposes a two-year extension of this ordering period, shifting the expiration to May 18, 2028. As of the justification, $6,018,822.89 has been obligated, leaving $3,981,177.11 remaining under the current ceiling. Prices for the extended period will remain consistent with the current BPA's price list.
Justification Rationale
This is a sole source acquisition under 41 U.S.C. 1901, implemented by RFO 12.102(b). A previous notice posted on SAM.gov on April 21, 2023, did not yield any responses from other vendors. Market research indicates that no other UAS products currently meet the DOI's specific requirements for this capability. The extension is deemed in the best interest of the Government to avoid a new re-procurement, prevent potential delivery delays, and reduce acquisition effort. The government will continue to evaluate other NDAA compliant UAS options.
Key Information
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) extension
- Product/Service Code: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
- Department/Agency: Department of the Interior, IBC ACQ SVCS DIRECTORATE
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source Justification)
- Justification Posting Date: May 12, 2026
- Response Date (for this notice): June 12, 2026
- Primary Contact: Aguon, Elsa (elsa_aguon@ibc.doi.gov, 571-560-0475)