Indoor Drone; brand-name specific Skydio
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Aviation Division is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources capable of providing Indoor Drone; brand-name specific Skydio. This is market research to facilitate decision-making and is not a request for proposals. Responses are due by June 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The DEA Aviation Division is seeking information on vendors who can provide the Skydio R10 drone. The justification for this brand-name specific requirement highlights the need for an integrated, autonomous, 360-degree collision-avoidance system, essential for safe operation in unknown and complex environments. The system must offer advanced AI collision avoidance comparable to the Skydio X10 or R10.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified for this Sources Sought. However, internal documentation indicates a sole source justification for the Skydio R10 due to its unique capabilities, as market research suggests no other U.S.-manufactured drones provide equivalent functionality.
- Response Due: June 1, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: May 26, 2026
Submission Instructions
Interested vendors should submit a technical description of their capabilities, including:
- Company name, mailing/physical address, point of contact, phone, email, DUNS, NAICS code, business size (if small, indicate type), and GSA schedule number (if applicable).
- A tailored capability statement (1-15 pages) addressing the requirements, with documentation supporting organizational and staff capability.
- A representative sample of similar contracts awarded within the past three years, including contract type, value, period of performance, customer, and point of contact.
- A separate document for comments or questions, titled "Comments & Questions; D-26-SG-0064; (Include COMPANY NAME)".
Responses should be emailed to Contracting Officer Angel Barkley, referencing "Indoor Drone; brand-name specific Skydio Requirement – DEA AVIATION DIVISION" in the subject line.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation and does not obligate the Government to award a contract. Unsolicited proposals will not be considered. The DEA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by respondents. Information marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly.