City of Los Angeles Harbor Department - Drone Operator Remote Pilot Services RFP - RAMP ID #232903
The Port of Los AngelesPublic Authority · San Pedro, CA- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Susana Eldridge
- (213) 978-1960
The 30-second brief
The City of Los Angeles Harbor Department seeks qualified contractors to provide remote pilots in command (RPIC) services to staff the unmanned aircraft console at its Threat Detection Center (TDC) in San Pedro, CA. The contract requires supplying qualified personnel to perform UAS flight operations, pre-flight and post-flight inspections, battery management, aircraft care, and continuous monitoring of calls for service, radio traffic, and camera systems under FAA Part 107 and agency COA and BVLOS authorizations. Base coverage is one operator on console 12 hours per day, 7 days per week. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. PT, with questions due by November 12, 2026. The contract term is one year with possible extension.
Remote pilot in command services, Flight records, Shift logs, Aircraft and battery logs, Mishap or incident reports, Monthly activity reports, Personnel and currency files, Roster and schedule, Invoices
Firm qualifications, experience and references (weight 6); organization, personnel and staffing (weight 5); approach, work plan and management (weight 3); rates, fees and budget control (weight 2); clarity and comprehensiveness of the proposal (weight 4)
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Summary
The City of Los Angeles Harbor Department seeks qualified contractors to provide remote pilots in command (RPIC) services to staff the unmanned aircraft console at its Threat Detection Center (TDC) in San Pedro, CA. The contract requires supplying qualified personnel to perform UAS flight operations, pre-flight and post-flight inspections, battery management, aircraft care, and continuous monitoring of calls for service, radio traffic, and camera systems under FAA Part 107 and agency COA and BVLOS authorizations.
Base coverage is one operator on console 12 hours per day, 7 days per week. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. PT, with questions due by November 12, 2026. The contract term is one year with possible extension.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Firm qualifications, experience and references (weight 6)
- Organization, personnel and staffing (weight 5)
- Approach, work plan and management (weight 3)
- Rates, fees and budget control (weight 2)
- Clarity and comprehensiveness of the proposal (weight 4)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Remote pilot in command services
- Flight records
- Shift logs
- Aircraft and battery logs
- Mishap or incident reports
- Monthly activity reports
- Personnel and currency files
- Roster and schedule
- Invoices
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cover transmittal letter, proposal sections (firm qualifications, organization and personnel, approach and work plan, project management, cost), resumes, Small/Very Small Business Enterprise and Local Business Preference Program form (Exhibit B), insurance verification letter, CEC Form 50 (Bidder Certification), CEC Form 55 (Prohibited Contributors), letter of acceptance of Standard Contract Provisions and Executive Directive 35
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- San Pedro, CA
- Reported agency
- City of Los Angeles Harbor Department
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from The Port of Los Angeles?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Susana Eldridge.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including The Port of Los Angeles in CA, 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 Susana Eldridge at (213) 978-1960. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Remote pilot in command services, Flight records, Shift logs, Aircraft and battery logs, Mishap or incident reports, Monthly activity reports, Personnel and currency files, Roster and schedule, Invoices. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Firm qualifications, experience and references (weight 6); organization, personnel and staffing (weight 5); approach, work plan and management (weight 3); rates, fees and budget control (weight 2); cl..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Cover transmittal letter, proposal sections (firm qualifications, organization and personnel, approach and work plan, project management, cost), resumes, Small/Very Small Business Enterprise and Local. Review the full document from The Port of Los Angeles for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Pedro, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.