Dedicated to providing exceptional police service
The goal of the Police Department’s Unmanned Aerial Systems/ Drone as First Responder program is to provide enhanced public safety, improve staff response times, and provide real -
t ime sit uat ional awareness t o public safet y officials. ● 08/05/2019: 3 US-1 Drones
● 02/08/2020: Impossible & Nightingale
Partnered
● 07/ 2020: Impossible Ceased Operations
● 09/21/2020: Contract w/ Nightingale
● 07/13/2023: Renewed Contract
● 06/29/2026: Settlement A greement
Reached
Over the past six years, the Police Department and Nightingale developed a strong DFR foundation, achieving significant progress while also encountering operational and technical challenges.
● 530 Drone Missions
● 24 Critical Incidents
● 2nd Base Station/ Wanlass Park
● Connectivity Issues (urban area)
● Drone Equipment/ Mobile Solutions
● 3rd Base Station
● FAA Re gulat ions/ BVLOS
● Staffing
SCHEDULE DATE
RFP Release Date September 1, 2026
Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting September 16, 2026
Last Day to Submit Questions October 19, 2026
RFP Proposal Submittal Date November 2, 2026
Panel Review & Interview Period Week of November 9, 2026 Selection and Negotiation Period November 16, 2026
Awarded Contract/ City Council January 2027