Test and Evaluation RFI - Drone Radar Equipment

The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) is issuing a Request for Information to identify vendors capable of testing a Drone Radar system at its correctional facilities. The system must detect and locate non‑radio‑frequency UAVs, provide a rapid (≤5 seconds) alert to staff, and include an integrated PTZ camera for visual identification. Additionally, the solution must record alert playback, operate on a dedicated network independent of cellular services, and be compatible with existing radio‑frequency drone detection hardware. Interested vendors should submit their qualifications via email by the stated deadline. • Detect and locate non‑RF UAVs with ≤5 second alert latency. • Integrated PTZ camera and recorded alert playback capability. • Stand‑alone network architecture to bypass cellular mitigation systems and ensure compatibility with current RF detection equipment. • Submission of qualifications (no formal bid) required by April 15, 2026. • Potential testing at SCDC facilities, with scope limited to evaluation of system performance.