Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #BA26-111
Solicitation for Fall 2026 Vertical Aerial Photography Services for NYSDOT
Posted
September 02, 2026
Respond By
September 24, 2026
Identifier
BA26-111
NAICS
541370
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) is seeking competitive bids for Fall 2026 vertical aerial photography services to support statewide engineering mapping and digital terrain modeling. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) - Office of Contract Management - Design Mapping & Automation Bureau - OEMs and Vendors: - Only digital cameras from Vexcel Imaging (models: UCFp, UCE) and DMC II 230 are approved - Past vendors for similar contracts include Kucera International, Keystone Aerial Surveys, Bluesky Geospatial, and Midwest Aerial Photography - Products/Services Requested: - Vertical aerial photography services - Digital imagery for photogrammetric workstations - Imagery must be captured using Vexcel UCFp, Vexcel UCE, or DMC II 230 cameras - UAV (drone) imagery is strictly prohibited - Scope covers various flightlines within New York State airspace - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Pre-qualification of bidders is mandatory - Subcontracting is not permitted - Emphasis on non-discrimination and participation from disadvantaged business enterprises - No specific quantities provided; contract covers statewide needs for the period
Description
The New York State Department of Transportation is soliciting competitive bids for vertical aerial photography using digital imagery to be utilized in digital photogrammetric workstations for producing large-scale engineering mapping, digital terrain models, and orthoimages. Approved digital cameras are limited to Vexcel UCFp, Vexcel UCE, and DMC II 230, and imagery from UAVs is not allowed. Pre-qualification of bidders is required, and subcontracting is prohibited. Prospective bidders must contact the Photogrammetry Section to apply for prequalified status. The procurement adheres to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and ensures non-discrimination and opportunities for disadvantaged business enterprises.