The Department of Defense is seeking a small unmanned aerial system (sUAS) to enhance medical logistics capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region, specifically for urgent delivery of medical supplies. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses and falls under NAICS 336411. Interested vendors should note that this is a Sources Sought notice, indicating that the government is gathering information rather than soliciting bids at this time, which allows for tracking potential future solicitations.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
Description/Specifications/Statement of Work
1. Headquarters Pacific Air Forces Command Surgeon General’s Office desires a small
unmanned aerial system (sUAS) to close an identified gap in medical capabilities in the Indo-
Pacific Area of Responsibility. This sUAS would be used to demonstrate proof of concept and
accomplish exercise testing of drone delivery for mission essential Class VIIIA & B when other
means of delivery would be physically impossible or not meetr expediency requirements. If
successful, this equipment could be purchased by other units within PACAF to close gaps for
urgent, life-saving medical logistics and blood delivery in austere locations.
2. Regulatory Requirements:
a. Meets requirements for DOD sUAS acquisitions IAW FY 202 NDAA (Section 848) and
FY 2024 NDAA (Section 1821-1825).
3. Technology and Capacity Requirements:
a. Autonomous/programmable (can operate without direct/continuous pilot inputs)
b. Vertical take-off and landing
c. Carry a payload up to 65 kg, with dimensions of up to 82 cm x 60 cm x 51 cm
d. Powered by a removable battery with a range of up to 30 km on one charge
e. Include extra batteries (enough for 1 complete swap out) and battery chargers
f. Standard spare parts kit (any parts that will need replaced within a certain number of
months or flight hours after purchase and use of the sUAS)
g. Any software needed to control/program drone
h. Any non-standard hardware needed to control/program drone (if software can’t be
connected to commercial laptop or mobile device)
i. Training for 2 personnel to be trained at vendor facility or cost for vendor training team to
come to Hickam to train team of 6 personnel on drone operation and maintenance
4. Maintenance Requirements:
a. Charging batteries
b. Replacing parts from the included spare parts kit
c. All other routine maintenance as described in the vendor provided training course
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5. Delivery and Installation Requirements:
a. Must be delivered promptly to meet mission-critical timelines within 6 months after date
of contract.
b. Include detailed user manuals, maintenance guides, and inventory lists for all components.
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Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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