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City of Miami
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: Annie Perez, Director DATE: January 7, 2025
Department of Procurement
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Department of Fire -Rescue
SUBJECT: Sole Source Finding
Authorizing the Purchasing of Drones
This memorandum serves to request that you approve a finding that Lengmann Corporation is the only
authorized distributor for Wingtra GA products in the State of Florida.
The Division of Emergency Management ("DEM") on behalf of the City of Miami's Department
of Fire -Rescue ("Fire") is requesting a sole source finding for the puchase of two (2) WingtraOne
Package Empty GEN II (WOP-EMP-GEN2) ("WingtraOne") drones, inclusive of payload kits and
hard case for each device. The WingtraOne devices are fixed winged drones that closely
resemble an airplane and can perform specialized surveying mapping operations that only this
type of drone can perform in order to have an enhanced mapping of a rescue operation. It has
a 61 megapixel sensor that can rapidly capture surveying data allowing access to 2D and high
resolution 3D maps at a faster rate. Additionally, this type of drone has the ability to take -off and
land in confined spaces or on rough terrain allowing search and rescue teams to readily use
after a disaster.
In accordance with the attached letter from Wingtra GA the manufacturer of the specialized
drones. It states that Lengemann is the only distributor for the State of Florida for this
manufacturer.
DEM anticipates on trading in the current outdated drones by participating in Lengemann
Corporation's ("Lengemann") trade-in program where it will extend a $6,400.00 credit to use for
the purchase of the WingtraOne drones. The grand total for this purchase will be $49,932.00
inclusive of the credit.
Fire requests to take the necessary steps to verify that Lengemann Corporation located in 43316
State Road 19 Altoona, FL 32702 is a sole source vendor for Wingtra products.
Approved:
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Annie Perez, Director, Department of Procurement
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CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Arthur Noriega V
City Manager
FROM: Annie Perez, CPPO
Director of Procurement
DATE: January 17, 2025
SUBJECT: Sole Source Finding for Wingtra CORP
REFERENCES: SS 24-25-014
ENCLOSURES: Sole Source Package
The City of Miami's Department of Procurement ("Procurement") has been tasked with researching
whether Wingtra Corp., located at Giesshubel Strasse 40, Zurich 804, Switzerland is the sole source
manufacturer of WingtraOne Package Empty GEN II (WOP-EMP-GEN2) ("WingtraOne Drones"), and
that Lengemann Corporation ("Lengemann"), located at 43316 S.R. 19, Altoona, FL 32702, is the sole
authorized distributor for Wingtra Corp. in the State of Florida.
Drones have become extremely popular and are now heavily regulated. Wingtra Corp. is on the United
States Department of Defense ("DOD") Blue Unmanned Aerial System 2.0 list. Additionally, they are on
the State of Florida's Approved Drone Manufacturer List per Rule 60GG-2.0075, Florida Administrative
Code.
The Fire Rescue Department ("Fire") needs to purchase two (2) fixed -wing drones to assist with
emergency responses. The purchase and use of drones is heavily regulated. There are eleven (11)
approved manufacturers on the DOD list. Fire -Rescue conducted a comparison of specs and
capabilities. It was determined that there are several distinct types of Drones, and each has pros and
cons. WingtraOne Drones are fixed wing drones. The City uses Environmental Systems Research
Institute (ESRI) software for mapping and spatial analysis. ESRI is a gold partner with Wingtra Corp.
Data collected by Wingtra Corp. can be easily loaded into ESRI for use by the City. These drones can
carry thermal cameras as well as video cameras. WingtraOne Drones, designed to perform surveying
and mapping, can be of great assistance to Fire during rescue operations.
Accordingly, pursuant to Section 18-92 (a) (2 & 3) of the Code of the City of Miami, it is recommended
that the requirements for competitive bidding be waived, and the above -mentioned findings be
approved: Wingtra Corp. is the sole manufacturer of WingtraOne Drones and Lengemann Corporation
is the sole Florida distributor; allocating funds from the various sources of funds of Fire, is in the city's
best interest, for an estimated total cost of $49,932.00, including accessories and freight.
APPROVED BY:
Arthur Noriega V
City Manager
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Enclosed: Sole Source Request & Market Research
3anuary 19, 2025 109:53:05 EST
Date
Wingtra AG
Giesshubelstrasse 40
8045 Zurich
Switzerland
hello@wingtra.com
wingtra.com
10 January 2025
RE: WingtraOne GEN II Sole Manufacturer
To whom it may concern,
ewingtra
This letter is to confirm that Wingtra AG, headquartered at Giesshubelstrasse 40, 8045
Zurich, Switzerland is the sole and exclusive manufacturer of the Wingtra Gen 2 product.
Wingtra AG designs, produces, and manufactures the Wingtra Gen 2, ensuring the
highest quality standards and maintaining exclusive control over its development and
production processes. The WingtraONE GEN II is the only Blue sUAS cleared VTOL
designed to serve the purpose of mapping and surveying.
Sincerely,
Alberto Toledo
Vice President Americas
Wingtra AG
Giesshi.ibelstrasse 40
8045 Zurich
Switzerland
hello@wingtra.com
wingtra.com
14 J u ly 2023
RE: Lengemann
To whom it may concern,
ewingtra
I am writing this letter to certify that Lengemann is a Gold -Tier Wingtra distributor and is
our only distributor based in the state of Florida.
Sincerely,
416eHo- rofedo
Alberto Toledo
Vice President Americas
Document Ref. 5WXNF-3SNGJ-9VFFD-BIMSH
Contract No.: 24-25-014
Current Term: N/A
Expiration Date: N/A
Title: Wingtra CORP
Recommendation:
Sole Source Contract
Senior Procurement Contracting Officer:
Richard McLaren, C.P.M.
❑ Solicit Competition
❑ Access Contract
❑ Other
MARKET RESEARCH
Background:
The City of Miami's Department of Procurement ("Procurement") has been tasked with researching
whether Wingtra Corp., located at Giesshubel Strasse 40, Zurich 804, Switzerland is the sole source
manufacturer of WingtraOne Package Empty GEN II (WOP-EMP-GEN2) ("WingtraOne Drones"), and that
Lengemann Corporation ("Lengemann"), located at 43316 S.R. 19, Altoona, FL 32702, is the sole
authorized distributor for Wingtra Corp. in the state of Florida. Drones have become extremely popular
and are now heavily regulated. Wingtra Corp. is on the United States Department of Defense ("DOD")
Blue Unmanned Aerial System 2.0 list ("DOD List"). Additionally, they are on the State of Florida's
Approved Drone Manufacturer List ("Florida List") per Rule 60GG-2.0075, Florida Administrative Code.
The City of Miami's Fire -Rescue Department ("Fire") is seeking to procure two WingtraOne Drones at a
total cost of $49,932.00.
Research Conducted:
There are eleven manufacturers on the DOD list. Fire conducted a comparison of specifications and
capabilities. There are several distinct types of drones, and each has pros and cons. There are fixed wing
drones, which are like airplanes. They can fly longer distances, but they cannot hover. Another type is
Quadcopters, which have 4 (four) rotors so they can lift horizontally and hover; Fire plans to purchase
several of Quadcopters from another approved manufacturer. The third type is a Tethered Drone. Their
flight is limited by the tether and their usage is limited and very specialized.
The WingtraOne Drone is a fixed wing drone, that closely resembles and airplane. It is designed to perform
surveying and mapping operations to generate advanced mappings for use during rescue operations. It
is equipped with a 61 megapixel sensor that can rapidly capture surveying data allowing access to 2D and
high resolution 3D maps at a faster rate. Additionally, this type of drone has the ability to take -off and land
in confined spaces or on rough terrain allowing search and rescue teams to readily use after a disaster.
Comparable Contracts:
The below information about other governmental Wingtra Drone purchases was acquired from GovSpend,
but, the method used to procure the drones was not available.
1. United States Department of Defense $207,265.00 in 2022
2. National Aeronautics and Space Adminstration $50,137.94 in 2024
3. United States Department of Interior $178.031.00 in 2024
Recommendation:
Wingtra Corp. is an approved drone manufacturer for the DOD List and the state of Florida List. Wingtra
Corp. has an excellent reputation, and the WingtraOne Drone meets all Fire -Rescue's requirements.
Lengemann is the sole distributer for Wingtra Corp. in Florida. As such, the Department of Procurement
therefore recommends a Sole Source finding for the purchase of these WingtraOne Drones from
Lengemann.
Senior Procurement Contracting Officer: Richard McLaren
Senior Procurement Contracting Manager: Charles Johnson
Director or Assistant Director (or designee): Airvrtke, Peher2
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