Forest Carbon Remote Sensing RFI

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has issued Request for Information BD-27-1042-ENV-ENV01-134465 to identify best practices and technological developments in remote sensing for forest carbon monitoring. This RFI is designed to inform a future competitive procurement process and seeks spatially explicit estimates of forest conversion, carbon stocks, and changes in forest extent over time. The agency is specifically interested in methodologies for measuring aboveground and belowground biomass and soil organic carbon, as well as detection methods for forest loss, degradation, and reforestation. Interested respondents must provide detailed information on their organizational experience with remote sensing, AI, and machine learning, particularly in regions similar to Massachusetts. The request emphasizes the use of LiDAR, hyperspectral imagery, and ground-based reference data to calibrate and verify estimates. Additionally, the agency is seeking guidance on data management, the impact of proprietary versus public data, and the primary cost drivers associated with these measurement systems. Responses are due by November 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM via the COMMBUYS portal. This opportunity is eligible for the Small Business Purchasing Program.