ContractSpecial Notice

Unmanned Aircraft

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE• 15DDHQ26N00000199
Response Deadline
May 18, 2026
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
No Set aside used
Notice Type
Special Notice

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Drug Enforcement Administration is seeking a sole-source acquisition of a Skydio R10 drone from Atlantic Diving Supply to support law enforcement operations and officer safety. The requirement is for the brand-name unmanned aircraft identified in the sole source documentation, with the agency planning a firm-fixed-price purchase order under FAR Part 13 simplified acquisition procedures. The key technical driver is the drone’s integrated autonomous 360-degree collision-avoidance capability, which is described as necessary for safe operation in unknown conditions and not matched by other available NDAA-compliant options. The estimated cost is $158,340.00 with delivery targeted for August 30, 2026, and any capability statement must be submitted electronically by May 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to Kenny.J.Douangmala@dea.gov.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
336411
Aircraft Manufacturing
PSC Code
7A21
IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE)

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
A15 - Limited Source Documentation_RED.pdf
PDF•256 KB•May 18, 2026
AI Summary
The document is a Sole Source Documentation (FAR PART 13) justifying the acquisition of a Skydio R10 drone for law enforcement operations and officer safety, with an estimated cost of $158,340.00 and a delivery date of August 30, 2026. The justification highlights the Skydio R10's unique integrated, autonomous, 360-degree collision-avoidance capability, which is essential for safe operation in unknown conditions. Market research determined that no other U.S.-based manufacturer offers a comparable AI collision avoidance system, and other NDAA-compliant drones cannot be modified to meet the requirement without unacceptable risks. Atlantic Diving Supply is identified as the sole authorized reseller. The Contracting Officer confirmed that only one source is reasonably available, and the specified brand-name item meets the Government's need. The price will be assessed for fairness and reasonableness before placement of the order.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 18, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 18, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 2, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Sub-Tier
DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION

Point of Contact

Name
Kenny J. Douangmala

Place of Performance

UNITED STATES

Official Sources

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