Unmanned Aircraft System Purchase – Mississippi State University

Mississippi State University is seeking to acquire twelve complete small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) solutions – eight “Defense/Blue UAS cleared” units and four “NDAA‑compliant” units – to support research, first‑responder training, emergency response, aerial inspection, mapping, and data‑security activities. Each package includes a fully integrated platform (aircraft, controller, dual‑sensor payloads, accessories, software, and one‑year warranty). Bids must be submitted electronically via the Bully Buy system or in a sealed envelope by the public opening time of 2:00 p.m. on August 10, 2026. The procurement follows Mississippi state purchasing statutes and includes specific security requirements (AES‑128 wireless, AES‑256 firmware encryption).