OFFICIAL CONTEST TERMS AND CONDITIONS

PROVEN IN PENDLETON COUNTER-UAS CHALLENGE

1. ELIGIBILITY

1.1 The contest is open to U.S.-based and operated companies only.
1.2 Participants must have a working prototype or advanced solution (Technology Readiness Level 6+) ready for demonstration.
1.3 Solutions must address at least one counter-UAS capability: detection, tracking, and/or mitigation.

2. APPLICATION PROCESS

2.1 Applications must be submitted through the official online portal by March 15, 2025.
2.2 Applicants must provide a detailed description of their counter-UAS technology and its capabilities.
2.3 Video evidence of the technology in action must be submitted with the application.

3. SELECTION PROCESS

3.1 Initial screening will be conducted by the Oregon UAS Accelerator team.
3.2 Selected applicants will participate in a virtual pitch event judged by a panel of experts.
3.3 The top 5 finalists will be invited to demonstrate their technology at the Pendleton UAS Range in the State of Oregon.

4. FINALIST REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Finalists must be available to travel to Pendleton, Oregon for on-site demonstrations and the final pitch event (April 23-26, 2025).
4.2 Travel and accommodation expenses for a single team member per finalist will be covered by the contest organizers.
4.3 Finalists may elect to participate in a pitch refinement session with the Oregon UAS Accelerator team.

5. JUDGING CRITERIA

5.1 Effectiveness of the counter-UAS solution.
5.2 Innovation and uniqueness of approach.
5.3 Feasibility of implementation.
5.4 Potential impact on national security and public safety.
5.5 Commercial viability.

6. PRIZES

6.1 Grand Prize: $100,000 non-dilutive grant.
6.2 Runner-up Prize: $20,000 non-dilutive grant.
6.3 All finalists receive 1 month of free Flight Testing at the Pendleton UAS Test Range.
6.4 Conditions of Award:
a) Oregon Deployment Priority: If the winning technology has not yet been commercially deployed, the winning company must offer the first commercial deployment of its technology in the State of Oregon. If the technology has been previously deployed, the company must prioritize expansion and scaling opportunities within the State of Oregon before engaging in contracts with other states.
b) Clawback Provision: If the winning company fails to prioritize the State of Oregon for deployment or expansion opportunities as required under section 6.4(a), it shall result in the forfeiture of the prize, requiring repayment of 100% of funds within 90 days.
c) Reporting Obligation: The winner must provide quarterly progress reports for 12 months detailing commercialization efforts and engagement within the State of Oregon.

7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

7.1 Participants retain all rights to their intellectual property.
7.2 By participating, contestants grant the Oregon UAS Accelerator and its partners a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use their name, likeness, and general description of their technology for promotional purposes.

8. FIRST RIGHT OF REFUSAL & DEPLOYMENT

8.1 Oregon-Based Commercialization & Deployment:
a) The winning company must offer the first commercial sale, licensing, or deployment of the technology to Oregon-based investors and strategic partners for at least 12 months before contracting with any non-Oregon entity.
b) Oregon-based agencies, designated partners, or private sector collaborators shall have the exclusive first opportunity to utilize, deploy, or invest in the winning technology.
c) If a solution has been previously deployed in a limited capacity, Oregon-based investors and strategic partners retain the first right of refusal for full-scale deployment or government contracts within the State of Oregon.

8.2 Investment & Licensing First Right of Refusal:
a) Oregon-based investors and strategic partners shall have a 6-month first right of refusal on any investment, licensing, or acquisition offers for the technology.
b) Winners must notify the Oregon UAS Accelerator in writing within 10 business days of receiving any third-party offers.
c) Oregon-based investors and strategic partners shall have 30 days to match or exceed any third-party offer.

8.3 Penalty for Breach:
a) If the winner engages in contracts outside of the State of Oregon before fulfilling its Oregon-first deployment obligation, they must repay the full grant amount plus 5% in liquidated damages.
b) If the company fails to notify the Oregon UAS Accelerator about third-party investment or licensing offers within the required timeframe, Oregon-based investors and strategic partners retain the right to retroactively enforce its first right of refusal.

9. CONFIDENTIALITY

9.1 The Oregon UAS Accelerator and its partners will maintain the confidentiality of all non-public information shared by participants during the contest.
9.2 Participants are responsible for not disclosing any confidential or proprietary information during public presentations.

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

10.1 The Oregon UAS Accelerator and its partners are not responsible for any damage to prototypes or equipment during testing or demonstrations.
10.2 Participants are responsible for obtaining appropriate insurance coverage for their personnel and equipment.

11. MODIFICATIONS TO THE CONTEST

11.1 The Oregon UAS Accelerator reserves the right to modify these terms or cancel the contest at any time for any reason.
11.2 Any changes will be communicated to all participants in a timely manner.

12. GOVERNING LAW

12.1 These terms and the contest shall be governed by the laws of the State of Oregon.
12.2 Any disputes arising from this contest shall be resolved in the courts of the State of Oregon.

By submitting an application, participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.