Agency Consulting

Hands-on consulting for public safety drone programs.

DFPSA works directly with agencies to design, document, and scale UAS programs — from a first drone in a case to defensible, command-integrated public safety aviation. Engagements are scoped, fixed-fee, and built around your mission, authorities, and command structure.

Engagements

Nine focused engagements. One operating model.

Most agencies start with a Program Readiness Assessment and select follow-on engagements based on the gaps it surfaces. Engagements can be combined or run sequentially.

Program Readiness Assessment

A structured evaluation of your current UAS program across policy, training, operations, command integration, and public trust.

Deliverables
  • 12-dimension program scorecard
  • Gap analysis with prioritized recommendations
  • Phased 12-month rollout plan
  • Executive briefing for command staff
Typical timeline4–6 weeks

SOP & Policy Development

Defensible, agency-specific standard operating procedures and public-facing policy built around your mission set and legal authorities.

Deliverables
  • Custom SOP aligned to Part 107 and agency authorities
  • Use-of-force, evidence, and data retention policy
  • Public-facing UAS policy and prohibited-use language
  • Annual review cadence and version control plan
Typical timeline6–10 weeks

Risk & Compliance Review

Independent review of your operational risk posture, waiver documentation, and chain-of-custody for drone-captured evidence.

Deliverables
  • Operational risk decision matrices
  • Waiver packet review and gap remediation
  • Evidence handling and chain-of-custody workflow
  • FAA submission cover letter and supporting docs
Typical timeline4–8 weeks

DFR Program Design

End-to-end Drone as First Responder rollout planning, from site selection and ConOps through dispatch integration and public engagement.

Deliverables
  • Site selection and coverage modeling
  • DFR Concept of Operations
  • Dispatch and CAD integration plan
  • Community engagement and transparency framework
Typical timeline8–14 weeks

BVLOS Readiness Engagement

Preparation for Part 107.31 / 107.51 BVLOS operations — documentation, ConOps, and submission strategy.

Deliverables
  • BVLOS readiness gap analysis
  • ConOps and supporting safety case
  • Waiver packet drafting and submission support
  • Operational pilot training plan
Typical timeline12–20 weeks

ATAK / Situational Awareness Integration

Stand up TAK/ATAK-enabled workflows that connect drone teams, field units, command staff, and mutual-aid partners.

Deliverables
  • TAK server architecture and deployment plan
  • Drone-to-TAK workflow integration
  • Public safety map layer package
  • Regional mutual-aid coordination plan
Typical timeline6–12 weeks

Pilot & Command Training

Tailored training for pilots, program managers, and incident commanders — built around your aircraft, missions, and command structure.

Deliverables
  • Pilot proficiency curriculum
  • Incident commander UAS familiarization
  • Mission briefing and after-action protocols
  • Recurrent training and records framework
Typical timeline4–8 weeks

Procurement & Grant Support

Vendor-neutral procurement guidance and grant application support for new and expanding programs.

Deliverables
  • Equipment planning matrix matched to missions
  • RFP language and evaluation criteria
  • Grant application narrative and budget
  • City council briefing and budget justification
Typical timeline3–6 weeks

Council & Community Engagement

Briefings, presentations, and policy support for city council adoption, public hearings, and ongoing community accountability.

Deliverables
  • City council briefing deck and talking points
  • Public meeting Q&A preparation
  • Annual public transparency report template
  • Media and public records response framework
Typical timeline3–6 weeks
How we work

A predictable engagement process.

Step 01

Discovery Call

A no-cost 45-minute call to scope your agency's needs, current state, and timeline.

Step 02

Scoping Proposal

A written engagement proposal with deliverables, timeline, and fixed-fee pricing.

Step 03

Engagement

Structured weekly working sessions with your program lead and command staff.

Step 04

Handoff

Final deliverables, an executive briefing, and a 90-day post-engagement check-in.

How we engage

Independent. Fixed-fee. Public-safety only.

  • Vendor-neutral — we never accept commissions or referral fees from drone manufacturers, software vendors, or service providers.
  • Fixed-fee engagements with clearly defined deliverables. No open-ended retainers.
  • Built for public safety agencies — police, fire, EMS, emergency management, search and rescue, and regional task forces.
  • All work product is yours. Templates and policy documents are delivered without licensing restrictions.
Get started

Start with a 45-minute discovery call.

We'll review your current program, the outcomes you need, and whether an engagement is the right fit. No cost, no commitment.

Request a Discovery Call