UAV Lidar Platform and Accessories
ID: N0017325Q5805Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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UNMANNED AIRCRAFT (1550)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Research Laboratory, intends to award a sole source purchase order for a UAV Lidar Platform and Accessories to Freefly Systems, Inc. This procurement includes various components such as the Alta X drone, landing gear, battery packs, and training services, which are essential for advanced unmanned aerial vehicle operations. The purchase will be conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, with a focus on ensuring that the selected supplier meets the specific needs of the agency. Interested parties may express their capabilities to respond to this requirement by contacting Yina Brooks or Alvin Williams via email, referencing Notice of Intent number N0017325Q5805.

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