Drafting, Surveying, And Mapping Instruments

PSC Category 6675 (Drafting, Surveying, and Mapping Instruments) encompasses a wide range of precision measurement and geospatial technologies used for surveying, mapping, and spatial data collection. These instruments include GPS receivers, total stations, laser scanners, robotic surveying equipment, and associated software and accessories. The category supports critical mapping, engineering, land management, and research functions across various federal agencies and operational environments.

Federal contract awards in this category demonstrate a robust market for geospatial technologies, with contract values ranging from approximately $10,000 to over $5 million. Key awardees include Trimble Inc., Frontier Precision Inc., Caron East, Inc., and Hexagon US Federal, Inc. The Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Forest Service are frequent buyers, along with the Department of Defense, Department of the Interior, and various military branches. Most awards are firm fixed-price purchase orders or delivery orders, with performance periods typically spanning three to 18 months. Set-aside designations vary, with many contracts being small business set-asides, particularly for women-owned, veteran-owned, and disadvantaged small businesses.

Recent federal contract opportunities focus on acquiring advanced surveying and mapping technologies, including GPS units, robotic total stations, LiDAR systems, and specialized field equipment. Solicitations span multiple agencies, including the U.S. Geological Survey, Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, and Indian Health Service. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses and require brand-specific or technically advanced equipment with precise performance specifications. Requested technologies support missions such as infrastructure management, environmental monitoring, military installations, and scientific research, with delivery locations spanning the continental United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.