UNSPSC 71161007: Geological or geophysical models

Creation of models representing geological or geophysical information

UNSPSC 71161007 Geological or geophysical models is a Commodity code that captures 3D geological and geophysical modeling services, including data integration, crustal modeling, mineral prospectivity mapping, and depth-to-bedrock analysis delivered through specialized software platforms. State and local solicitations under this code reflect specialized technical work rather than commodity purchase — the recent activity shows state geological surveys and related agencies procuring integrated geoscience data services with custom analytical deliverables, often involving regional crustal or mineral resource assessments. The issuing bodies are state-level geological and natural-resource agencies; the Utah Division of Purchasing issued the only recent activity in the code, representing the Utah Geological Survey's direct procurement need.

The geographic spread of current activity centers on the Mountain West, specifically Utah, where the Utah Division of Purchasing posted a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract to Mira Geoscience Asia-Pacific Pty. Ltd. for comprehensive data integration and 3D geological modeling of the Great Basin crustal structure spanning Nevada and Utah (solicitation AK2631, due July 7, 2026). Phase 1, due September 30, 2026, covers data compilation, gap analysis, and delivery of a foundational 3D geological model with technical reports and staff training; Phase 2, contingent on Phase 1 results and due April 30, 2027, focuses on geophysical inversions and depth-to-bedrock modeling for mineral prospectivity mapping. The contract is estimated at $43,264 for Phase 1 and $71,760 for Phase 2, with a five-year term and renewal options; the sole-source designation was justified on the contractor's unique ability to deliver products accessible through a free-tier geoscience viewer without requiring paid commercial licenses. Beyond this Utah procurement, the code shows no other recent state or local activity.