Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #G26AS00149
USGS GeoAI-Enabled Landform Mapping Research Cooperative Agreement (Chesapeake Watershed CESU)
Buyer
U.S. Geological Survey
Posted
June 24, 2026
Respond By
July 24, 2026
Identifier
G26AS00149
NAICS
541360, 541715
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National Geospatial Program is seeking a partner from the Chesapeake Watershed Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) for a one-year cooperative agreement focused on geospatial research and technical assistance. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), National Geospatial Program - Scope of Work: - Research and technical assistance to advance GeoAI-enabled automated landform mapping - Expansion of the Landform Reference Ontology using knowledge graphs - Improvement of Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) summit feature positional accuracy using lidar-derived elevation datasets - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services (no specific products or part numbers) - Delivery of research products, data, and a USGS-compliant Data Management Plan - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal geospatial data standards and open data formats - Only current partners of the Chesapeake Watershed CESU are eligible to apply - Project supports federal geospatial data quality, AI integration, and hazard response - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is for research and technical services only - Estimated funding is $29,994 for a one-year period
Description
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a funding opportunity to a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) partner for research focused on advancing GeoAI-enabled automated landform mapping, expanding the Landform Reference Ontology using knowledge graphs, and improving Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) summit feature positional accuracy using lidar-derived elevation datasets. The project aims to enhance geospatial data quality and support federal scientific infrastructure through AI and knowledge graph technologies. Eligible recipients must be participating partners of the Chesapeake Watershed CESU. The award is a cooperative agreement with a total estimated funding of $29,994 for one year.