Pennsylvania State SCIQuest #DEP-RFP006542

Wetland Mapping and NWI Update for Pennsylvania Coastal Zone (Bucks County)

This opportunity seeks technical services to update the National Wetland Inventory (NWI) for the Pennsylvania Coastal Zone, with a focus on Bucks County and the tidal Delaware River. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) - OEMs and Vendors: - United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is referenced as the standard-setting entity for NWI data - Products/Services Requested: - Wetland mapping and characterization services for Bucks County portion of the Pennsylvania Coastal Zone - Includes mapping intertidal mudflats and shoreline features - Identification of spatial data gaps and evaluation of existing datasets - Prioritization of areas for field verification - All mapping must meet Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Wetlands Mapping Standard and USFWS requirements - Integration of third-party data that meets NWI standards - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to FGDC Wetlands Mapping Standard and USFWS NWI data requirements - No alternate proposals accepted; technical expertise in surveying and data integration required - Evaluation criteria include technical approach, cost, and domestic workforce utilization - Annual rate escalation up to 3% may be requested - Contract is established price type, with up to two annual renewals possible

Description

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is soliciting proposals to update the National Wetland Inventory (NWI) for the Pennsylvania Coastal Zone, specifically focusing on Bucks County and the tidal Delaware River. The project involves mapping and characterizing the extent, condition, and geomorphic setting of wetland areas, including intertidal mudflats and shoreline features. The work includes identifying spatial data gaps, evaluating existing datasets, and prioritizing areas for field verification. Data must meet the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Wetlands Mapping Standard to ensure consistency and accuracy. The contract will be an established price contract with a term ending June 30, 2027, with possible renewals.

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