This RFP seeks a partner to provide turnkey support for identifying and purchasing drones for academic and operational purposes. Proposals are due July 16, 2026. Key requirements include compliance with federal regulations (NDAA), data privacy, and monthly inventory reports. The contract term is one year with four one-year options to renew. Award will be based on the best evaluative score from written responses and potential oral presentations.
Proposals must be received prior to the proposal deadline of July 16, 2026, at 10 AM MST. Late proposals will not be accepted.
The successful supplier shall submit an invoice to the district's accounts payable department. Invoices should reference the purchase order number, delivery address, and delivery ticket. The invoice date shall not exceed thirty calendar days from the date of delivery and acceptance.
The supplier shall supply a copy of its written warranty certificates with its response. The warranty shall remain in force for the full period identified by the supplier, regardless of whether the supplier is under contract with the district at the time of defect.
Offers will be evaluated based on the best evaluative score from written responses and, if necessary, oral presentations. The evaluation criteria include required forms, management, pricing, project schedule and implementation plan, supplier profile, and value-added services.
Suppliers must comply with all terms and conditions, meet or exceed all specifications, and acknowledge any addenda. They must also certify compliance with NDAA requirements and provide official NDAA certification documentation for each device.
If the supplier defaults on its contract or the contract is terminated for cause due to performance, the district may charge the supplier the difference between the supplier's price and the price to be paid to the next lowest supplier, as well as any costs associated with resolicitation.
Suppliers may appeal by submitting a detailed request for reconsideration to the district's Director of Purchasing within 72 hours after the recommendation of award is posted on BidNet.
Unauthorized contact with a district employee other than the purchasing agent regarding this RFP may result in disqualification. Falsifying certifications may lead to prosecution.