Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services

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NAICS 541360 (Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services) encompasses professional services involving the collection, processing, and analysis of geospatial data through advanced technologies such as LiDAR, aerial imagery, electromagnetic surveys, and geophysical mapping. These services support critical infrastructure, environmental monitoring, resource management, and scientific research across multiple sectors. Contractors in this category utilize sophisticated equipment and techniques to generate detailed spatial information, including aerial photography, topographic surveys, subsurface mapping, and geospatial data visualization.

Recent federal contract awards demonstrate significant activity in geospatial services, with contracts ranging from $15,000 to nearly $5 million. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) emerged as a primary funding agency through its Geospatial Products and Services IV (GPSC4) contract vehicle, frequently awarding task orders to companies like Woolpert, Inc., NV5 Geospatial, Fugro USA Land, Inc., and The Sanborn Map Company. Most awards were unrestricted, though some utilized small business set-asides. Performance locations spanned multiple states, with work typically involving aerial imagery collection, LiDAR surveying, geophysical data acquisition, and mapping for environmental, infrastructure, and scientific research purposes.

Federal contract opportunities in this NAICS code reflect diverse requirements across government agencies. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) seeks hyperspectral imaging for harmful algal bloom detection, while the Department of Energy requires geophysical logging services. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is soliciting topobathymetric LiDAR and imagery services for habitat monitoring. The Bureau of Land Management requests stereo overhead imagery, and the Department of Transportation needs geophysical testing for infrastructure assessment. Most opportunities are total small business set-asides, with performance locations primarily in the continental United States and focusing on environmental monitoring, scientific research, and infrastructure evaluation.

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