Drone Lab Student Workstations

Location:	Kansas
Posted:	Jun 18, 2026
Due:	Jul 10, 2026
Agency:	WSU Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	65 - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
Solicitation No:	2027-01
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Request for Proposal/Quote

“Notice to Proposers”

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RFP Number:

Date Posted:

Closing Date:

Email Address:

Website:

2027-01

06/22/2026

07/10/2026

purchasing@wsutech.edu

https://wsutech.edu/purchasing/

Project Name:

Drone Lab Student Workstations

Purpose of Purchase: Provide workstations for the drone lab.

Agency:

WSU Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology (WSU Tech)

4004 North Webb Road, Gateway Bldg., Wichita, KS 67226

Guarantee:

No Monetary Guarantee Required

Scope Summary:

WSU Tech is soliciting proposals from qualified manufacturers, distributors, and

integrators for the design, fabrication, delivery, and installation of custom drone

laboratory workstations for the National Center for Aviation Training (NCAT)

Expansion Project. The lab will support instruction, assembly, maintenance,

programming, testing, and operation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The

furniture solution shall support both hands-on technical activities and computer-

based instruction while providing flexibility for future technology changes.

READ THIS REQUEST CAREFULLY

From this point forward, all Contractors and Vendors shall be referred to as “Contractor”. Failure to abide by

all the conditions of this Request may result in the rejection of your proposal/quote. Inquiries about this

Request should indicate the RFP number and title and be directed to the Purchasing Coordinator via email

address above.

This notice to Contractors is intended to be used in conjunction with the Request for Proposal and all terms

and conditions.

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Solicitation Reference Number: The above number has been assigned to this Solicitation and MUST be shown

on all correspondence or other documents associated with this Solicitation and MUST be referred to in all

verbal communications. All inquiries, written or verbal, shall be directed to the Purchasing Coordinator via

email address above.

Failure to notify the Purchasing Coordinator of any conflicts or ambiguities in this Solicitation for Proposal may

result in items being resolved in the best interest of WSU Tech. Any modification to this Request shall be

made in writing by addendum and mailed to all bidders who received the original request. Only written

communications are binding.

Sales Tax Determination: This Project has been determined by the Kansas Department of Revenue to be

exempt from Kansas Sales Tax(es). The cost of said tax must be EXCLUDED FROM all Proposals and Contract

prices. Sales tax includes all applicable state, county and city sales tax. If needed, WSU Tech will provide the

Contractor with a tax exemption number for their use.

Contact: All communications and for technical information regarding the RFP specified in this solicitation and

to arrange for a site visit, contact:

purchasing@wsutech.edu

Any correspondence by potential bidders, with WSU Tech, must be documented in writing and submitted to

the Purchasing Coordinator, to be considered for any possible addenda, and/or in the evaluation of the

proposal/quote. Any change in specifications shall be documented by the Purchasing Coordinator and will

be issued by written addendum.

This Request for Proposal (RFP) does not obligate WSU Tech to award a contract or complete the proposed

project and each reserves the right to cancel this RFP if it is in its best interest. Proposals must be clear and

concise. Proposals that are difficult to follow or that do not conform to the RFP format or binding

specifications may be rejected. Responding Vendors must include the required information called for in this

RFP. WSU Tech reserves the right to reject a proposal if required information is not provided or is not

organized as directed.

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WSU Tech also reserves the right to waive minor informalities and reserves the right to:

1. Reject any and all proposals received in response to this RFP.

2. Select a proposal for contract negotiation other than the one with the lowest cost.

3. Negotiate any aspect of the proposal with any Vendor.

4. Terminate negotiations and select the next most responsive Vendor for contract negotiations.

5. Terminate negotiations and prepare and release a new RFP.

6. Terminate negotiations and take such action as deemed appropriate.

Any decision to cancel or reject any and all proposals is in WSU Tech’s sole discretion. WSU Tech also reserves

the right to change the evaluation criteria or any other provision in this RFP by posting notice of the change(s)

on the Purchasing section of WSU Tech’s webpage. Vendors should check the site daily for updates (e.g.

amendments, responses to questions) and are expected to review information on the site carefully before

submitting a final proposal. Such changes or updates above constitutes written notice to each Vendor.

Proposal Content and Specifications

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Customized UAS Workstations

1. PURPOSE

WSU Tech is soliciting proposals from qualified manufacturers, distributors, and integrators for the design,

fabrication, delivery, and installation of custom drone laboratory workstations for the National Center for

Aviation Training (NCAT) Expansion Project.

The lab will support instruction, assembly, maintenance, programming, testing, and operation of unmanned

aircraft systems (UAS). The furniture solution shall support both hands-on technical activities and computer-

based instruction while providing flexibility for future technology changes.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Provide design assistance, shop drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, punch-list completion, warranty

support, and coordination with WSU Tech. The project is anticipated to include:

• Sixteen (16) student workstations

• One (1) instructor workstation

• Associated monitor mounting provisions, cable management, and utility integration

3. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Student Workstations:

• Durable educational/industrial-grade construction

• Integrated cable management

• Accommodation for power and low-voltage routing

• Capability to support dual-monitor configurations

• Provision for computer/peripheral storage

Adjustable levelers or equivalent stabilization

Instructor Workstation:

• Command-and-control style workstation

• Support for multiple displays

• Clear sightlines to student workstations

• Integrated cable management and equipment storage

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General:

• Compatible with floor-mounted utility locations and power connection options between workstations

• Designed for educational laboratory environments

• Finish selections coordinated with WSU Tech

References to specific products, concepts, layouts, or configurations are intended only to establish

minimum functional and performance requirements. Equivalent products will be considered provided the

proposer demonstrates compliance with all stated requirements.

Proposers offering alternatives shall provide:

• Product literature

• Dimensional drawings

• Renderings

• Warranty information

• Compliance matrix identifying how each requirement is met

4. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

Include:

• Company qualifications

• Relevant project experience

• Proposed workstation solution

• Shop drawing concepts

• Warranty information

• Lead time and delivery schedule

• References

• Completed pricing schedule

• Compliance matrix

5. PRICING SCHEDULE

Pricing shall be broken down into the following format:

• Cost per Student Workstation (Qty. 16)

• Cost per Instructor Workstation (Qty. 1)

• Delivery and Installation

• Other (list out/describe)

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Open Date	Close Date	RFP Number	Description	Department	Attachments and/or Amendments
06/22/26	07/10/26	2027-01	Drone Lab Student Workstations	Aviation