Unmanned Aircraft Systems

2026-11-03

The Contractor shall provide a UAS , training , and technical assistance to the CDCR . The Contractor must comply with the minimum requirements for UAS and meet the services needed as described below . Failure to comply with any of the requirements will cause the Contractor ’ s bid response to be rejected and deemed non - responsive . 1 . Minimum Requirements Unmanned Aircraft Systems ( UAS ): i . Start time : Less than one minute ii . Dimensions : 1 . ( UNFOLDED , with propellers ) 31 ” x 25 ” x 5 ” to 32 ” x 26 ” x 6 ” 2 . ( FOLDED , NO BATTERY ) 13 ” x 6 ” x 4 ” to 14 ” x 7 x 5 ” iii . Weight : Must weigh less than five pounds iv . Wireless Range : Must include a flight time of a minimum of 35 minutes v . Wireless Connectivity : 2 . 4 Ghz – Must be capable of launching from metallic surfaces without magnetic interference . vi . The Starter Kit must contain UAS , three batteries , all charging cables , thermal infrared camera , carrying case , and UAS controller . vii . Must be IP55 rated to ensure operation in tough weather conditions viii . Must be capable of flight up to 45 MPH ix . Thermal camera specifications : 1 . 200 - degree gimbal travel for a full 90 - degree upward range of motion , as well as a full minus 110 - degree downward view , which extends past nadir to allow for viewing behind the aircraft . 2 . Capable of an accurate vertical view for image and video capture overhead from below structures . 3 . 640x512 thermal resolution combined with radiometry . x . Controller Specifications 1 . The controller must be a ruggedized and lightweight ground control station with up to five hours of continuous operation on a single charge . 2 . The controller must have an integrated 1750 NITS screen for clear outdoor visibility , with an IP54 rating for challenging environments . 3 . Integrated sunshade / antenna to ensure robust signal connectivity and to reduce sun glare on the screen . 4 . An HDMI ( type - A ) and USB - C power / data port for simultaneous streaming of metadata , media , and charging xi . Spotlight – capable of illuminating persons over 100 feet away xii . Speaker - capable of being spoken through via the controller xiii . Infrared filter for night flights for visual obstacle avoidance in complete darkness xiv . Strobes capable of being viewed five statute miles xv . Cellular refresh warranty xvi . Three - year warranty on airframe 2 . Software : i . Remote ID compliant ii . Shall include all firmware upgrades , maintenance , and software refresh .

California

2026-05-10