Aerial Imaging Services (Supplier Opportunity)

The contract seeks vendors to provide high-resolution color-infrared aerial photography services specifically for the detection of kelp canopy coverage across multiple counties in Washington. The scope includes full flight operations, precise image capture using specialized sensors capable of collecting color-infrared data, and the delivery of unprocessed raw imagery files to support environmental monitoring and research efforts. The imagery must meet stringent technical standards to ensure accurate delineation of kelp beds, which are critical for marine ecosystem assessment and coastal management. All work must be completed within a defined timeframe, with raw data delivered promptly following flight missions to enable timely analysis by agency scientists and resource managers. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541360, which pertains to other scientific and technical consulting services. It is issued by the Washington Department of Natural Resources and is open for responses until July 29, 2026. There is no set-aside designation specified, and bidding is open to qualified contractors regardless of business size or ownership structure. Performance will be conducted across a broad geographic area within Washington, requiring operators to have the capability to conduct aerial missions over diverse and potentially challenging coastal and marine environments. There is no designated point of contact listed publicly, and all inquiries must be directed through the external vendor portal linked in the posting.