Airborne Thermography Services

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking qualified vendors for Airborne Thermography Services through RFP 2026004, targeting a comprehensive thermal data survey across approximately 562 square miles in Northwest Florida, specifically covering portions of Franklin, Wakulla, Jefferson, Taylor, and Leon counties. The project requires collecting airborne thermal data during the coldest months (January 1 to February 28, 2026), with a focused examination of coastline and river areas. Key deliverables include daily flight logs, thermal data representative of land and water surface temperatures, and comprehensive data sets to be submitted by May 1, 2026. The evaluation process will allocate 220 total points, with 75 points for past performance, 70 points for technical response, and 75 points for pricing. Respondents must provide three client references and complete various forms, including a Business Response Form, Client Reference Form, and a Forced Labor Attestation Form. Proposal responses are due on October 30, 2025, with a public opening on October 31, 2025, and an anticipated contract award date of December 1, 2025.

The DEP has structured the procurement to provide potential preferences for Florida-based businesses and minority or veteran-owned enterprises, particularly in scenarios with tied evaluation scores. The contract allows for potential supplemental survey work of an additional 103 square miles (Area B) contingent on funding availability, with pricing to be determined on a fixed-price basis. Contractors must maintain commercial general liability insurance with minimum limits of $250,000 per occurrence and $500,000 policy aggregate. The contract term is one year with no renewal options, and compensation will be fixed-price based on completed services. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the procurement appears open to a wide range of qualified thermography service providers who can meet the technical and documentation requirements. The draft contract suggests potential budget flexibility, with the ability to award to a single respondent or multiple respondents based on evaluation criteria and departmental needs.