UNSPSC 41113802: Geological prospecting apparatus

UNSPSC 41113802 Geological prospecting apparatus is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure specialized geophysical modeling and data integration services for crustal and subsurface mapping. The recent solicitation under this code reveals that procurement agencies are buying comprehensive 3D geological modeling platforms integrated with accessible, free-tier visualization software—not traditional prospecting equipment—coupled with expert technical services for regional mineral assessment and depth-to-bedrock analysis. The Utah Division of Purchasing is the identified buyer, pursuing this work through a sole-source procurement notice rather than competitive bidding, justified on grounds of single-vendor capability to deliver geophysical products through open-access platforms instead of proprietary commercial software requiring public license fees.

The sole recent opportunity appears in Utah, where the Utah Geological Survey (under the Division of Purchasing) issued notice of intent to award a non-competitive contract to Mira Geoscience Asia-Pacific Pty. Ltd. for Comprehensive Data Integration and 3D Geological Modeling (solicitation AK2631, public challenge period ending July 7, 2026). The work spans two phases: Phase 1, due September 30, 2026, at $43,264 (including contingency), covers dataset compilation, gap analysis, and delivery of a 3D geological model of the Great Basin region spanning Nevada and Utah, with training; Phase 2, due April 30, 2027, at $71,760 (including contingency), focuses on geophysical inversions and mineral prospectivity mapping, particularly porphyry copper assessment. The contract term is five years with renewal options. All final geospatial products must render in the free Geoscience ANALYST viewer, and contractors must certify compliance with Utah's economic boycott statute. The source contains no evidence of broader recent activity across multiple jurisdictions.