1. Minimum Requirements Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS): i. Start time: Less than one minute ii. Dimensions: 1. (UNFOLDED, with propellers) 31” x 25” x 5” to 32” x 26” x 6” 2. (FOLDED, NO BATTERY) 13” x 6” x 4” to 14” x 7 x 5” iii. Weight: Must weigh less than five pounds iv. Wireless Range: Must include a flight time of a minimum of 35 minutes v. Wireless Connectivity: 2.4 Ghz – Must be capable of launching from metallic surfaces without magnetic interference. vi. The Starter Kit must contain UAS, three batteries, all charging cables, thermal infrared camera, carrying case, and UAS controller. vii. Must be IP55 rated to ensure operation in tough weather conditions viii. Must be capable of flight up to 45 MPH ix. Thermal camera specifications: 1. 200-degree gimbal travel for a full 90-degree upward range of motion, as well as a full minus 110-degree downward view, which extends past nadir to allow for viewing behind the aircraft 2. Capable of an accurate vertical view for image and video capture overhead from below structures 3. 640x512 thermal resolution combined with radiometry x. Controller Specifications 1. The controller must be a ruggedized and lightweight ground control station with up to five hours of continuous operation on a single charge. 2. The controller must have an integrated 1750 NITS screen for clear outdoor visibility, with an IP54 rating for challenging environments. 3. Integrated sunshade/antenna to ensure robust signal connectivity and to reduce sun glare on the screen. 4. An HDMI (type-A) and USB-C power/data port for simultaneous streaming of metadata, media, and charging xi. Spotlight – capable of illuminating persons over 100 feet away xii. Speaker- capable of being spoken through via the controller xiii. Infrared filter for night flights for visual obstacle avoidance in complete darkness xiv. Strobes capable of being viewed five statute miles xv. Cellular refresh warranty xvi. Three-year warranty on airframe 2. Software: i. Ability to conduct 2D and 3D mapping missions without GPS signals or internet connections. ii. Rapidly generate detailed 2D and 3D models with Onboard Modeling directly without internet connectivity or the use of external systems. iii. Planar scanning capability to capture imagery for 2D orthomosaic images and basic 3D scans. iv. Ability to scan larger areas and at higher resolution than can be covered by a single battery (native multi-battery mapping). v. Ability to generate 3D flight plans on the x, y, and z axes for scanning complex structures from all sides, upward, and downward angles. vi. Remote ID compliant vii. Shall include all firmware upgrades, maintenance, and software refresh 3. Training: i. All manuals necessary for UAS operation ii. Virtual onboarding course for two participants (1 day) iii. Tactical UAS Instructor courses (4 days minimum) conducted, in person, for two participants – Law Enforcement specific. iv. All training will be conducted in person at the Law Enforcement Office. 4. Technical Assistance i. Help Desk Available 7 days per week – 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ii. Must provide troubleshooting and technical question assistance 5. All UAS hardware and accessories must be manufactured in the United States.
