Oakland Schools Quadruped Robotic Platform for STEM Education IFB-26-0014
Oakland SchoolsSchool · Waterford, MI- Due
- Apr 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Oakland Schools is requesting bids under IFB-26-0014 for a quadruped robotic platform comparable to the Spot Academia & Innovation Kit or approved equivalent for STEM education. The procurement includes the robotic platform, an integrated robotic manipulation arm, a one-year manufacturer service and support plan, a pre-configured tablet-based control device, and a handheld controller kit. Additional required components include a battery charging unit, an integrated I/O expansion module, two rechargeable batteries, a calibration board, and a battery/charger transport case. Bids are due by April 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The scope of delivery is Oakland County, Michigan.
Quadruped robotic platform, Robotic manipulation arm, Tablet-based control device, Handheld controller kit, Battery charging unit, I/O expansion module, Rechargeable batteries, Calibration board, Transport case, Service and support plan
SUMMARY
Oakland Schools is requesting bids under IFB-26-0014 for a quadruped robotic platform comparable to the Spot Academia & Innovation Kit or approved equivalent for STEM education.
The procurement includes the robotic platform, an integrated robotic manipulation arm, a one-year manufacturer service and support plan, a pre-configured tablet-based control device, and a handheld controller kit. Additional required components include a battery charging unit, an integrated I/O expansion module, two rechargeable batteries, a calibration board, and a battery/charger transport case. Bids are due by April 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The scope of delivery is Oakland County, Michigan.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Quadruped robotic platform
- Robotic manipulation arm
- Tablet-based control device
- Handheld controller kit
- Battery charging unit
- I/O expansion module
- Rechargeable batteries
- Calibration board
- Transport case
- Service and support plan
- Scope location
- United States, Michigan, Oakland County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Oakland Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Oakland Schools in MI, 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 IFB 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quadruped robotic platform, Robotic manipulation arm, Tablet-based control device, Handheld controller kit, Battery charging unit, I/O expansion module, Rechargeable batteries, Calibration board, Transport case, Service and support plan. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: United States, Michigan, Oakland County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.