SLED Opportunity · NORTH CAROLINA · CAPE HATTERAS ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE

    CHEC BID 26-5 SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2026 EMERGENCY DRONE SERVICES

    Issued by Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative
    localRFPCape Hatteras Electric CooperativeSol. VL-283-26-5
    Closed
    STATUS
    Closed
    due Jun 1, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    May 18, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    Cape Hatteras
    local
    NAICS CODE
    541690
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative requests proposals for emergency drone services in 2026 to survey storm damage and assist in power restoration. The contract includes labor, equipment, and may allow helicopter use due to access challenges.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    VL-283-26-5
    Type / RFx
    RFP
    Status
    Active
    Level
    local
    Published Date
    May 18, 2026
    Due Date
    June 1, 2026
    NAICS Code
    541690AI guide
    Agency
    Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative

    Description

    1. CHEC has identified the need for additional equipment and manpower in the event of storm damage. The goal of this contract is to provide CHEC during 2026 with equipment and qualified manpower to survey damage using drone technology to restore power after a storm. The work will be typical for that as a result of hurricanes, storm surges, and tornadoes. The contractor shall provide all labor and equipment necessary to complete this service.2. Duration and Assignability. Start date will be determined on an as needed basis determined by CHEC. Duration will be determined by CHEC. Rates should be in effect at least through December 31, 2026. The cost and availability will be considered for each event determining the contractor offered/selected for services.3. Due to the nature of CHEC’s physical location, and because it may not be possible for vehicles to have access to our territory due to road damage after a storm, the bid allows for aircraft such as helicopters to be used in lieu of drones.

    Key dates

    1. May 18, 2026Published
    2. June 1, 2026Responses Due

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