20. Approve Piggyback Purchase of Skydio Autonomous Drone Software and

Lee Board of County Commissioners · 2026-06-02 · agenda_item

Lee County Public Safety plans to acquire Skydio X10 drone software and accessories through a piggyback purchase. This acquisition will provide a Drone as First Responder (DFR) solution, including software licensing, maintenance, implementation services, and cloud-based information management. The drones will support emergency response, aid in assessing disaster damage, monitor large incidents, and inspect infrastructure. This purchase is for software, accessories, and services, with hardware replacement included at the end of a five-year term. The item is currently under review for approval by the Lee Board of County Commissioners. This project involves the procurement and implementation of advanced technology solutions, potentially creating opportunities for IT service providers, software vendors, and specialized training services. Early engagement before final contract details are settled could offer an advantage.

Current Year Dollar Amount

210,500 $

Purchase Amount

1,052,498.15 $

Savings Amount

350,566.35 $

Savings Percentage

25.04 %

Term Length

five year