Inspired Flight Drones Purchase
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 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), specifically the NASA Shared Services Center, is soliciting quotes for the purchase of an Inspired Flight IF1200A Commercial Hexacopter Heavy-Lift Drone with a Blue Herelink Remote. This is a brand name requirement set aside for Total Small Business. Quotes are due by May 11, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CT.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for the acquisition of one (1) Inspired Flight IF1200A Commercial Hexacopter Heavy-Lift Drone, Part Number 102396, including a Blue Herelink Remote. The drone is to be delivered to the Marshall Space Flight Center, Central Receiving Bldg. 4631, Huntsville, AL 35812. The period of performance for delivery is 2-4 Weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Contract Details & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (TBD)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Payment Terms: NET 30
- Delivery: FOB Destination
- Published Date: May 4, 2026
- Quote Due Date: May 11, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. CT
- Quote Validity: 30 days
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov. Technical and contractual questions are due by May 7, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. CT, also via email. The evaluation criteria will be Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), with offers not deemed technically acceptable being removed from consideration. Offerors must provide their ARO Delivery Time on their quote.
Eligibility & Notes
This procurement is set aside for small business. Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov and provide their Cage Code/UEI (Unique Entity ID). The solicitation incorporates various FAR and NFS clauses by reference, covering aspects such as System for Award Management, Duty-Free Entry, Place of Manufacture, Government Property, and Export Licenses.