Closed

Chief Remote Pilot/Drone Management Services

Tender ID: 617707


Tender Details

Tender #:
P_2621116  
Status:
Closed
Publish Date:
22 June 2026
Closing Date:
24 July 2026
Closing Time:
03:00 PM (Australia/NSW)

Tender Description

⁠⁠⁠DPIRD’s expanding drone operations require a Chief Remote Pilot to support operations, emergency response and asset management.

Project goals

As DPIRD’s UAV operations continue to mature, it is appropriate to undertake an open and competitive procurement process to ensure value for money, encourage innovation, and provide all capable suppliers with an equal opportunity to deliver these services.

DPIRD currently has approximately 100 ReOC (Remote Operator Certificate) pilots and 40 Excluded Category pilots operating across the agency. The scale and diversity of these operations require coordinated oversight to ensure consistent standards and safe practices.

The proposed contract term is 2 years, with options to extend for up to an additional two years (2+1+1). This structure provides continuity while allowing flexibility to adapt to future capability needs.

Scope

DPIRD seeks to engage a qualified service provider to deliver Chief Remote Pilot (CRP) and drone management services to support the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of its UAV program.

Chief Remote Pilot and Program Governance including:

  • Regulatory & Documentation Management
  • Operational Oversight & Safety
  • Program Governance & Reporting
  • Financial & Administrative Management
  • Software and Regulatory Fees
  • Day to day Operational Work
  • Ad Hoc Services

Primary contact:

Jaismit Shah

tenders@dpird.nsw.gov.au


Location

New South Wales   :   Central West   :   Far North Coast   :   Far West   :   Hunter   :   Illawarra   :   Mid North Coast   :   Murray   :   New England   :   Orana   :   Riverina   :   Southern Highlands   :   Sydney  

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