FY26 97 OSS DRONE HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL SOFTWARE

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), for a modern, multi-mission Unmanned Aerial System (UAS). The procurement is a 100% Small Business Set-aside.

• The primary requirement is for a multi-mission Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) as outlined in the Salient Characteristics document.

• Specific commercial items requested include:

  • Skydio X10D Starter Solution (Multi-Band, IR) + VT300-Z
  • Skydio Spare Propellers for X10
  • Skydio NightSense with IR Attachment for X10D
  • Skydio Battery (150W) for X10
  • Skydio Dual Charger for X10
  • Skydio 230W Wall Adapter, NA

• Delivery is required 160 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• The North American Industry Size Classification System (NAICS) code is 336411 – Aircraft Manufacturing.

• The small business size standard is 1,500 Employees.

• Default NET Terms are 30 Days.

• Offers are due Friday, June 26, 2026, no later than 5:00 p.m. CDT.

• Questions are due by Friday, June 19, 2026, 7:00 a.m. CDT.

• All responses, questions, and submissions shall be sent to Patricia N. Bigornia.

• Quotes must remain valid for at least 30 days after the solicitation closes.

• Evaluation Factors are detailed in Attachment 4.

• This procurement is a 100% Small Business Set-aside.

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

• The solicitation incorporates RFO, R-DFARS, and AF Contracting provisions and clauses.

• No site visit is required.

• SAM.gov registration is required.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the 97th OSS OSK/JAI's intent to procure a new sUAS (small Unmanned Aircraft System) platform, specifically the Skydio X10D, to update their current system supporting Airdrop Missions at Altus AFB. The new platform aims to increase mission capabilities and replace an aging, unsupported system.

The procurement focuses on the Skydio X10D drone with the following key specifications:

• Weight: Under 4.75 lbs
• Dimensions (Folded): 13.8" x 6.5" x 4.7"
• Dimensions (Unfolded): 31.1" x 25.6" x 5.7"
• Deployment Time: Under 40 seconds
• Environmental Protection: IP55 certified
• Operating Temperature: -4°F to +113°F
• Max Flight Time: 40 minutes
• Max Hover Time: 35 minutes
• Max Flight Speed: 45 mph
• Max Wind Resistance: 28.6 mph gust handling
• Max Service Ceiling: 15,000 feet
• Cameras: Includes Telephoto (48 MP), Narrow (64 MP), Wide (50 MP), Radiometric Thermal (Teledyne FLIR Boson+), and six custom 32 MP Navigation cameras for 360° obstacle avoidance.
• Navigation: Visual Inertial Odometry (VIO) for GNSS-denied environments.
• Special Features: "NightSense" capability, AES-256 Wi-Fi encryption, operational range up to 7.5 miles, dynamic channel switching for EW mitigation, Blue UAS Cleared List compliance, RAS-A compliance, and open MAVLINK protocol support.

Not specified in this document.

Not specified in this document. Questions regarding this memorandum should be directed to the points of contact listed.

Not specified in this document.

This is a memorandum for procurement, not a formal solicitation. It details the specific requirements for the desired sUAS platform.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document lists clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference into the solicitation FA441926Q0030. It serves as a reference for bidders to understand the contractual terms and conditions that will apply to any resulting contract.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: A comprehensive list of FAR and DFARS clauses, including their clause numbers, alteration/development numbers, titles, year/month of issue, and section.
• Clauses in Full Text: Provides the full text for specific clauses, such as FAR 252.204-7017 (Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation) and FAR 252.232-7006 (Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions).
• Deviations: Many clauses are noted with deviations (e.g., "Deviation 2026-00038"), indicating specific modifications to standard clauses.

Bidders must review this document to understand all applicable contractual requirements, representations, and certifications. Key areas of focus include:

• Prohibitions: Clauses related to the acquisition of covered defense telecommunications equipment/services and business operations with certain regimes.
• Payment Instructions: Details on using the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system for payment requests and receiving reports, including required document types and routing data.
• Evaluation Factors: Clause 52.212-2 outlines the evaluation factors for commercial products and services, including Price and Technical Acceptability.
• Representations and Certifications: Bidders need to be aware of requirements for representations, such as those related to the System for Award Management (SAM) and specific prohibitions.

This document is critical for accurately preparing proposals and ensuring compliance with all contractual terms.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the evaluation factors and criteria for the solicitation. It details how offers will be assessed to determine the "best value" award.

• Evaluation Factors: The Government will consider Price and Technical Acceptability.
• Award Basis: The contract will be awarded to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors. The Government reserves the right to award to other than the lowest quote for a higher quality item.
• Factor 1 - Price: Evaluated based on the overall cost.
• Factor 2 - Technical: Assesses whether the vendor's quoted item meets the Salient Characteristics. Quotes will be rated as "Acceptable" (clearly meets minimum requirements) or "Unacceptable" (does not clearly meet minimum requirements).
• Technical Submission: Must be a separate document, clear, concise, and include sufficient detail to support claims. It should address how the technical portion meets solicitation requirements.

This document is critical for bidders to understand how their proposals will be evaluated. It highlights the importance of both competitive pricing and meeting technical requirements as defined in the Salient Characteristics Attachment. Bidders must ensure their technical submission is thorough and clearly demonstrates compliance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions to offerors for submitting their proposals in response to RFO 52.212-1.

• Price Submission: Must be completed using page 3 of the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation.
• Technical Submission: Must be completed using a separate, secondary document. This document should be clear, concise, and provide sufficient detail to substantiate claims and demonstrate how the technical portion of the offer meets requirements outlined in Attachment 1 – Salient Characteristics.
• Evaluation Basis: The Government will evaluate offers based on the information presented, assuming no prior knowledge of the offeror's experience.
• Submission Method: All documents must be submitted electronically via e-mail to patricia.bigornia.1@us.af.mil and 97CONF.PKA.Contracting@us.af.mil.

This document outlines critical submission requirements for both price and technical proposals, including the format and content expectations for the technical submission and the specific email addresses for electronic submission. It also clarifies the basis for the Government's evaluation.