Local Data Collection Services

The government authority in California requires a small business contractor to perform local data collection services offsite using computer equipment, aerial photography, web-based data entry, and online resources. The contractor records data in a web-based local data collection instrument covering conservation reserve program status, current and previous land cover/use crop types, double cropping status and crops used, as well as irrigation types, delivery methods, and sources. Data collectors must possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in soil science, crop science, or agronomy. The buyer sets aside this procurement for total small business and restricts eligibility to onshore United States organizations only. The buyer is looking for proposals to establish the budget. Bidders must submit all questions no later than September 11, 2026. The source text provides no further details regarding evaluation criteria or additional key dates.