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63--Ground Radar & Drone Detector

Department of the Interior · NATIONAL PARK SERVICE · Justification · 140P6426Q0029

posted 9 April 2026 · awarded 9 April 2026 · NAICS 334511 · PSC 6350

Summary

The National Park Service intends to award a sole‑source contract to SpotterRF LLC for ground radar systems and a drone detector to be deployed at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The equipment will enhance the park’s ability to detect and mitigate unauthorized drone activity over this high‑profile site.

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