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Update of National Wetland Inventory for Pennsylvania Coastal Zone

This opportunity seeks qualified contractors to update the National Wetland Inventory (NWI) for the Pennsylvania Coastal Zone, with a focus on tidal wetlands in Bucks County and the tidal Delaware River. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Coastal Resource Management Program (CRMP) - Scope of Work: - Update and map wetland areas, especially intertidal mudflats and shoreline features - Identify spatial data gaps and prioritize areas for field verification - Integrate third-party wetland mapping data and ensure compliance with US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Wetlands Mapping Standard - Ensure consistency with state wetland delineation standards - Key Tasks and Services: - Remote desktop analysis of spatial datasets - Fieldwork including visual shoreline assessments and drone surveys - Data processing using photogrammetry and GIS software to generate elevation models and orthomosaics - Technical reporting, including quarterly progress and final technical reports - Citizen science engagement via ArcGIS Online survey and dashboard - Development of a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) per PADEP guidelines - Requirements: - Demonstrated experience with freshwater tidal systems, geospatial surveying, and shoreline research - Detailed qualifications, equipment lists, and emergency preparedness plans required - Adherence to scientific data collection and reporting standards - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to qualified entities with relevant technical expertise - Place of Performance: - Bucks County and the broader Pennsylvania Coastal Zone, including Philadelphia and Delaware Counties - Contract Duration: - Initial term with possible renewal up to two years; quarterly and monthly reporting required

Description

This solicitation is for updating the National Wetland Inventory (NWI) for the Pennsylvania Coastal Zone according to the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) standards. The work includes mapping and characterizing wetland areas, assessing shoreline types and nearshore habitat conditions, compiling and integrating spatial datasets, and conducting fieldwork and data processing. The project requires experience with freshwater tidal systems and involves quarterly progress reporting, monthly invoicing, and final reporting. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the JAGGAER portal by June 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

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