Aroostook County Sheriff's Office Small Unmanned Aircraft System Drone Package RFP 2026
Aroostook CountyCounty · Aroostook County, ME- Due
- Oct 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Peter A. Johnson
- (207) 532-3471
The 30-second brief
The Aroostook County Sheriff's Office is soliciting proposals for one new, Blue Listed (Made in USA) Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) package. The required drone system must be airspace unlocked and include a high zoom camera with thermal capabilities, obstacle avoidance, and compliance with NOAA and TAA standards. The package must also include at least three batteries with a multi-charger, a controller with an integrated display, additional propeller blades, a hard case, a landing pad, and technical support. Sealed bids marked 'Drone Bid - Do Not Open' must be received at the Aroostook County Administration Office by 12 p.m. on October 2, 2026. Bids will be opened on the deadline date and are scheduled for approval at the County Commissioners' meeting on October 21, 2026.
1 Blue Listed Drone system, High Zoom Camera with thermal capabilities, 3x Batteries minimum, Multi battery charger and cables, Controller With Display, Additional Propeller Blades, Hard Case, Tech Support, Landing pad
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Summary
The Aroostook County Sheriff's Office is soliciting proposals for one new, Blue Listed (Made in USA) Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) package.
The required drone system must be airspace unlocked and include a high zoom camera with thermal capabilities, obstacle avoidance, and compliance with NOAA and TAA standards. The package must also include at least three batteries with a multi-charger, a controller with an integrated display, additional propeller blades, a hard case, a landing pad, and technical support. Sealed bids marked 'Drone Bid - Do Not Open' must be received at the Aroostook County Administration Office by 12 p.m. on October 2, 2026. Bids will be opened on the deadline date and are scheduled for approval at the County Commissioners' meeting on October 21, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- 1 Blue Listed Drone system
- High Zoom Camera with thermal capabilities
- 3x Batteries minimum
- Multi battery charger and cables
- Controller With Display
- Additional Propeller Blades
- Hard Case
- Tech Support
- Landing pad
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid forms
- Submit to
- 144 Sweden Street, Ste 1, Caribou, ME 04736
- Scope location
- Caribou, ME
- Reported agency
- Aroostook County Sheriff's Office
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Aroostook County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 144 Sweden Street, Ste 1, Caribou, ME 04736. For questions, contact Peter A. Johnson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Aroostook County in ME, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Peter A. Johnson at (207) 532-3471. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1 Blue Listed Drone system, High Zoom Camera with thermal capabilities, 3x Batteries minimum, Multi battery charger and cables, Controller With Display, Additional Propeller Blades, Hard Case, Tech Support, Landing pad. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Aroostook County?
All active and historical solicitations from Aroostook County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Aroostook County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid forms. Review the full document from Aroostook County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Caribou, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.