Aerial_AOI.prj

This is a projection file (.prj) associated with a geospatial data acquisition project for the City of Midland, Texas Information Technology Services Department - GIS Division. The file defines the coordinate reference system and spatial parameters for aerial imagery and LiDAR data collection across the City of Midland's 390-square-mile acquisition boundary. The projection specification uses NAD 1983 State Plane Texas Central (FIPS 4203) in US feet, employing Lambert Conformal Conic projection with specific parameters including a central meridian of -100.3333 degrees, standard parallels at 30.1167 and 31.8833 degrees, and a latitude of origin at 29.6667 degrees. This standardized coordinate system ensures spatial accuracy and consistency for the LiDAR QL1 topographic capture, impervious surface mapping, and geospatial data layers services requested through the related RFP.

The projection file serves as a technical specification document for vendors responding to the City of Midland's LiDAR and Geospatial Data Acquisition RFP (27000010), establishing the required geographic framework for data collection and delivery. This standardization is essential for ensuring that all acquired geospatial data, including high-quality LiDAR point clouds and derived datasets, align with the City's existing GIS infrastructure and meet applicable standards for municipal planning, infrastructure management, and emergency response applications.