Classification and mapping carrizo cane along the RIO grande

The Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) is seeking proposals for the classification and mapping of Carrizo Cane along the Rio Grande River on the Texas-Mexico border. The TSSWCB requires the utilization of high-resolution remote sensing, high-resolution imagery, Geographic Information System (GIS), and deep learning technologies to accurately classify and map the spatial extent of Carrizo Cane within a 1,000-foot width directly adjacent to the northern side of the Rio Grande River over its entire 1,254-mile length on the U.S. side. The project objectives include Carrizo Cane mapping, area quantification, and providing detailed county-specific invasion statistics and maps. The required services must be completed and delivered to the TSSWCB no later than October 1, 2024. The contract term is from the date of award until December 31, 2024, with the option to renew for up to three additional one-year periods. Compensation will be based on turnkey services, with the contractor responsible for providing all necessary labor, services, equipment, goods, materials, supplies, licenses, certifications, technology, and other resources.

The contractor must have a minimum of five years' experience providing aerial photography and digital data collection services, and have completed at least five similar projects within the last five years. A Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) Subcontracting Plan must be submitted as part of the proposal, with the TSSWCB setting a HUB subcontracting goal of 26% for other services. Proposals are due by July 25, 2024 at 5:00 pm Central Time, and no information is provided on any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, or the possible award values or budget ranges.