Germany – Unmanned aircraft – UAV and MGCS

This procurement process aims to procure a complete system consisting of a maritime-grade unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in a helicopter configuration (as a carrier platform for a payload provided by the contracting authority) and a vehicle (van) serving as a mobile ground control station (MGCS). The MGCS is used to control and maintain the UAV and, more generally, to conduct flight operations. The specific additional services to be provided consist of: - Integration work on the UAV and specific outfitting of the MGCS - Delivery of transport and storage containers (TULBs) - Flight and technical training - Service and support services The UAV must meet the following requirements, among others: - The UAV must be configured as a helicopter - With a net payload (excluding fuel) of at least 20 kg, the following parameters for flight time and cruising speed must be met: at least 3 hours at an altitude of at least 300 m above ground level, with a cruising speed of at least 70 km/h (IAS, Indicated Air Speed) - The UAV must be transportable in a MGCS (van) based on its dimensions - Suitable for operation in salty air (seaside air) The delivery and outfitting of the MGCS include, among other things, the following: - Delivery of a panel van as a transport vehicle - Conversion of the cargo area to include two workstations for conducting flight operations - Installation of a shelving system - Lashing points to secure the UAV during transport - Equipped with an external power supply The entire scope of work constitutes a single lot.