Urban Tree Inventory Data Collection & Field Surveying

The City of Austin is seeking a contractor to conduct comprehensive field surveys across approximately 350,000 city-owned trees to collect detailed geospatial and biological data. This includes recording species identification, trunk diameter, overall health condition, and precise GPS coordinates for each tree. The work requires skilled field teams equipped to navigate urban environments and deploy accurate data collection tools to ensure high-quality, verifiable information. The project is aimed at building a robust, citywide urban forest inventory to support long-term management, planning, and environmental initiatives. The contract is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 541370, which classifies it within the surveying and mapping services sector. The solicitation was posted on June 15, 2026, with responses due by July 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM. All work must be performed within the boundaries of Austin, Texas, and the contractor must adhere to performance standards that ensure consistency, accuracy, and timeliness in data collection. While specific oversight details are not listed, the project is managed under the city’s finance and operations framework, and interested parties can access further information through the official city procurement portal.