76--GPSC5 Amendment Ten Q&A and Attachments

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a REVISED Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architect and Engineering (A-E) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for Geospatial Product and Services (GPSCv5). The United States Geological Survey (USGS) requires these services for professional mapping throughout the United States, its territories, possessions, and other areas within the USGS science mission, excluding hostile areas or those with U.S. Department of State travel restrictions. The contracts will have a 5-year period or a 12-month base ordering period with four 12-month option periods. It is anticipated that a maximum of ten awards will be made, with a partial Small Business set-aside. The total estimated not-to-exceed threshold for all awarded IDIQs over five years is $850,000,000.00, contingent upon full funding. Each IDIQ contract will have a minimum guarantee of $100,000.00.

Services include remotely sensed data acquisition from multiple platforms (manned airborne, uncrewed systems, vessel-based, space-based), and the ability to utilize space-based data sources. Deliverables include high-resolution topographic and geophysical data and map products, extraction of hydrographic data, quality assurance/quality control, emergency acquisition and geospatial product generation, and survey and control services. Services may also include thematic mapping, GIS services, feature extraction, image manipulation, and product validation. Work must comply with ANSI/ISO/ASQC 9001:2015 standards.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
• Period of Performance: 5-year period or 12-month base ordering period with four 12-month option periods.
• Estimated Total Value: $850,000,000.00 (across all awards)
• Minimum Guarantee per IDIQ: $100,000.00
• Procured in accordance with: Public Law 92-582 (Brooks Act) and FAR 36.6 – Architect-Engineer Services.

This is a two-part process:

• Part I: Request for Qualifications: Submit SF330 Architect-Engineer Qualifications by January 30, 2026, 5:00 pm ET. A pre-selection committee will evaluate submissions. Up to 10 highly qualified firms (estimated 6 large businesses, 4 small businesses) will be selected for Part II.
• Part II: Request for Proposal: Selected firms will receive an RFP. Proposals will be evaluated by a Source Selection Committee.

• Open to all firms regardless of size.

• NAICS codes: 541330 (Engineering Services, $25.5M size standard), 541360 (Geophysical Surveying and Mapping, $28.5M size standard), 541370 (Surveying and Mapping, $19M size standard).

• Firms must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Partial Small Business set-aside is applicable.

• Large businesses must submit a subcontracting plan with a minimum 23% small business goal.

• A virtual Industry Day will be held on December 17, 2025. RSVP by December 8, 2025.

• Questions due by December 31, 2025.

• SF330 submission deadline: January 30, 2026, 5:00 pm ET via email to GPSC5@usgs.gov.

• Past Performance (Factor A) evaluation will consider CPARS reports from January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2027.

• Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQ) must be submitted individually by January 26, 2026, 5:00 pm ET.

• Evaluation Factors: A (Past Performance), B (Specialized Experience/Tech Competence), C (Professional Qualifications), D (Quality Assurance/Control), E (Project Management/Coordination), F (Small Business Participation for Large Businesses).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a list of attendees for a Virtual Industry Day. It provides contact information for individuals from various companies who participated or expressed interest.

• Company Name
• Number of Individuals Attending
• Name and Title of each attendee
• Email addresses for attendees

This list can be useful for bidders to identify potential partners, competitors, or key personnel involved in similar opportunities. It also shows which companies are actively engaged in the industry space.

Transcript / Meeting Summary

This document is a transcript of a virtual industry day for the Geospatial Products and Services Contract (GPSC) 5, hosted by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The event aimed to provide insight into the GPSC program, its acquisition history and strategy, and small business engagement opportunities.

• GPSC Program Overview: The USGS presented an overview of the GPSC program, highlighting its critical role in supporting the USGS mission and delivering high-quality geospatial products and services. The current iteration, GPSC 4, is an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract with a ceiling of $850,000,000, spanning from August 2021 to August 2026.
• GPSC 5 Details: GPSC 5 will be an architecture and engineering IDIQ contract, focusing on qualification-based selection processes as required by the Brooks Act. It will support a wide range of A&E services, including remotely sensed data acquisition from various platforms.
• Small Business Engagement: The USGS Small Business Office discussed its role in promoting and facilitating small business participation in federal contracting opportunities and provided performance data for various socio-economic categories in FY25.
• Acquisition Strategy and Timeline: The presentation outlined the acquisition strategy for GPSC 5, emphasizing demonstrated competence and professional qualifications over price. Key dates were provided, including questions due by December 31, 2025, and submissions due by January 14, 2026.
• Key Initiatives Supported by GPSC: The GPSC contract vehicle supports major USGS initiatives such as the 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), the 3D Hydrography Program (3DHP), and the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative (Earth MRI).
• Questions and Answers: Several questions were addressed regarding subcontracting goals, CMMC requirements, budget breakdowns for DEP and DHP projects, satellite data acquisition, firm selection numbers, and submission file requirements. Many questions were noted to be answered via amendment.

This transcript provides crucial information for potential bidders interested in the GPSC 5 opportunity. It details the scope of work, the selection process, key requirements, submission deadlines, and the strategic importance of the GPSC program to the USGS mission. It also highlights the USGS's commitment to small business participation.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains questions received on or after December 16, 2025, and during Industry Day, along with the government's responses. It serves to clarify requirements and provide additional information for the opportunity.

• Task Order Submission: Clarified that if an IDIQ contract is listed as a Section F project, a Task Order issued under that IDIQ may be submitted as a separate Section F project, provided it meets performance criteria and is not referenced in the IDIQ's Section F submission.
• Satellite Data Acquisition: USGS will not require contractors to acquire satellite data; the focus is on processing existing satellite data provided by USGS.
• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC): Currently, there is no CMMC requirement from the Department of the Interior for contractors.
• Proposal Due Date: The due date has been extended to January 30, 2026. Responses are to be submitted via email to GPSC5@usgs.gov by 5:00 PM ET on that date.
• Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs): If a project or IDIQ has an interim or final CPARS rating, a PPQ does not need to be submitted. The synopsis has been updated to reflect this change.
• SF330 Font Size: Font size shall be no less than 10pt in Times New Roman.
• Evaluation Factors: Evaluation Factors A-F are listed in descending order of importance and are the only factors evaluated. Sections A through G of the SF330 are to be filled out and completed but are not evaluated.
• Section H Submission: Section H shall be a separate electronic file, no greater than 75 pages. File sizes shall be no more than 25MB per email.

The document clarifies several aspects of the solicitation, including submission requirements for Task Orders, data acquisition, evaluation criteria, and formatting. The proposal due date has been extended to January 30, 2026. The synopsis has been updated to reflect changes regarding PPQs and teaming agreements.

Amendment / Modification

This document is a presentation from a "GPSC 5 Virtual Industry Day" held in December 2025. It serves as an informational session for potential vendors regarding the Geospatial Products & Services Contract v5 (GPSCv5).

Key topics covered include:

• Introduction to the USGS Small Business Office and its role.
• Overview of the USGS's spending by socio-economic category and top NAICS codes.
• Guidance on "Doing Business with USGS" through resources like the Acquisition Gateway and SAM.gov.
• Detailed information on the Geospatial Products & Services Contract v5 (GPSCv5), including its objectives, history, and requirements.
• Explanation of the acquisition strategy, Brooks Act selection process, and evaluation criteria.
• Small business participation requirements.
• Submission instructions and key dates.
• Overview of core USGS science systems, programs, and centers relevant to geospatial services.
• Details on the "Mineral Resources Program" and its reliance on GPSC.
• Information on national programs supporting topographic mapping, specifically the 3D National Topography Model (3DNTM), 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), and 3D Hydrography Program (3DHP).

This presentation provides information related to the upcoming GPSCv5 contract, including its scope, requirements, and submission process. It does not modify a specific solicitation document but rather informs potential bidders about the opportunity.

This presentation serves as an informational resource for potential bidders. It outlines the requirements and submission process for the GPSCv5 contract, including key dates for questions and proposal submissions. The email address GPSC5@USGS.GOV is provided for submitting questions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a revised request for qualifications (RFQ) for Architect and Engineering (A-E) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts to perform professional mapping services for the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The contracts will support the USGS science mission across the United States and its territories, excluding hostile areas or those with current U.S. Department of State travel restrictions. The anticipated maximum not-to-exceed threshold for all awarded IDIQs is $850,000,000.00 over a five-year period, with a minimum guarantee of $100,000.00 per IDIQ contract. Funding obligations will occur at the Task Order level.

Services include remotely sensed data acquisition from various platforms (manned airborne, uncrewed systems, vessel-based, space-based), and the ability to utilize space-based data sources. Specific requirements include:

• For Large Businesses: Acquisition of topographic and bathymetric lidar, sonar, hydrographic data, radar, multispectral/hyperspectral imagery, geophysical data (aeromagnetic, radiometric, airborne electromagnetics), and ancillary data. Focus on creating topographic, bathymetric, geophysical, and geospatial products, including orthoimagery and hydrographic data extraction. Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects of at least 1,500 square miles.

• For Small Businesses: Similar data collection and product creation as large businesses, with the same scale requirement for managing multiple simultaneous projects.

• Services also include high-resolution topographic and geophysical data and map products, extraction of hydrographic data, quality assurance/control, emergency acquisition, and survey/control services.

• Work may involve licensed data, thematic mapping, GIS services, feature extraction, and product validation.

• A quality system compliant with ANSI/ISO/ASQC 9001:2015 is required.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

• Period of Performance: Each IDIQ contract will consist of either a 5-year period or a base 12-month ordering period with four 12-month option periods.

• Estimated Value: Maximum not-to-exceed threshold of $850,000,000.00 across all awarded IDIQs.

• Minimum Guarantee: $100,000.00 per IDIQ contract.

This is a two-part process:

• Part I: Request for Qualifications (RFQ): Submit SF330 Architect-Engineer Qualifications by January 30, 2026, 5:00 pm ET. A pre-selection committee will evaluate submissions. A maximum of 10 highly qualified firms (estimated six large businesses and four small businesses) will be selected for Part II.
• Part II: Request for Proposal (RFP): Only firms selected from Part I will receive an RFP. Proposals will be evaluated by a Source Selection Committee.

Evaluation Criteria (Descending Order of Importance):

• Factor A: Past Performance (USGS, Federal, State agencies; CPARS or PPQ required).
• Factor B: Specialized Experience and Technological Competence (remotely sensed data acquisition, platforms, geospatial products, project scale).
• Factor C: Professional Qualifications (certified photogrammetrist, licensed engineer/surveyor as permanent staff or demonstrated management of such professionals).
• Factor D: Quality Assurance and Quality Control (in-house procedures, quality system compliance).
• Factor E: Project Management/Coordination (mobilization, team experience, timely delivery).
• Factor F: Small Business Participation (for Large Businesses only; minimum 23% goal).

Key Deadlines:

• SF330 Submission: January 30, 2026, 5:00 pm ET.

• Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) Submission: January 26, 2026, 5:00 pm ET.

• Industry Day RSVP: December 8, 2025, 5:00 pm MT.

• Industry Day Questions Submission: December 31, 2025, 5:00 pm ET.

• Open to all firms regardless of size.

• NAICS Codes: 541330 (Engineering Services, $25.5M size standard), 541360 (Geophysical Surveying and Mapping, $28.5M size standard), 541370 (Surveying and Mapping, $19M size standard).

• Firms must be registered in SAM.gov.

• A partial Small Business set-aside is applicable. The goal is to award approximately six large businesses and four small businesses.

• Large businesses must submit a subcontracting plan with a mandatory minimum 23% small business participation goal.

• A virtual Industry Day will be held on December 17, 2025.

• SF330 submission requires specific formatting and content for Section H, addressing each evaluation factor.

• Page limits and file size/type restrictions apply to submissions.

Other / Unclassified

This document is an agenda for an Industry Day hosted by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) regarding the Geospatial Products and Services Contract Version 5 (GPSCv5).

This agenda outlines the topics to be covered during the Industry Day, which are relevant to potential bidders. Key sessions include:

• Welcome & Opening Remarks: Introduction by USGS Contracting Officer and NGTOC Director.
• Program Overview/ Technical Requirements Briefing: Details on scope, mission alignment, updates from GPSCv4, data acquisition (LiDAR, orthoimagery), processing, analytics, and delivery.
• Acquisition Strategy & Timeline: Information on contract structure, evaluation criteria, and draft RFP milestones.
• Small Business: Discussion on set-asides, subcontracting, and engagement pathways.
• Wrap-Up: Concluding session.

The Industry Day is scheduled for December 17, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM EST, and will be conducted via TEAMS Invite. Bidders should note that times are subject to change.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a REVISED Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architect and Engineering (A-E) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts to perform professional mapping services for the United States Geological Survey (USGS) National Geospatial Technical Operations Center (NGTOC). Services will be performed throughout the United States, its territories, possessions, and other areas, excluding hostile environments or areas with current U.S. Department of State travel restrictions. The contracts will have a 5-year period or a base 12-month ordering period with four 12-month option periods. It is anticipated that a maximum of ten awards will be made to the most highly qualified firms (estimated six large businesses and four small businesses). The maximum not-to-exceed threshold across all awarded IDIQs is $850,000,000.00 over five years, with a minimum guarantee of $100,000.00 per IDIQ contract. Funding obligations will be at the Task Order level. Procurement is in accordance with Public Law 92-582 (Brooks Act) and FAR 36.6.

• Services include remotely sensed data acquisition from multiple platforms (manned airborne, uncrewed systems, vessel-based, space-based).

• Data acquisition must drive the creation of topographic, bathymetric, geophysical, and other geospatial products, including orthoimagery and hydrographic data.

• Services include high-resolution topographic and geophysical data and map products, extraction of hydrographic data, quality assurance/control, emergency acquisition for disaster response, and survey/control services.

• Key personnel must include a licensed professional engineer, certified mapping scientist, certified photogrammetrist, or registered land surveyor.

• Firms must demonstrate capability to manage multiple simultaneous large-scale projects (at least 1,500 square miles).

• Work must comply with ANSI/ISO/ASQC 9001:2015 standards.

• Ownership of data and photographic materials transfers to the Government upon formal acceptance.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: 5-year period or a base 12-month ordering period with four 12-month option periods.

• Estimated Total Value: $850,000,000.00 (maximum not-to-exceed threshold across all awarded IDIQs).

• Minimum Guarantee: $100,000.00 per IDIQ contract.

• This is a two-part process:

  • Part I: Request for Qualifications (RFQ). Offerors submit SF330 Architect-Engineer Qualifications by January 14, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
  • Part II: Request for Proposal (RFP). Only pre-selected firms will receive an RFP.

• Evaluation Criteria (Part I): Factors A (Past Performance), B (Specialized Experience & Technological Competence), C (Professional Qualifications), D (Quality Assurance/Control), E (Project Management/Coordination), and F (Small Business Participation for Large Businesses).

• Past performance evaluation will consider CPARS reports and Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) for projects within the last five years (Jan 1, 2020 - Dec 31, 2025).

• PPQs must be submitted by January 14, 2025, 5:00 PM ET via email to GPSC5@usgs.gov.

• Open to all firms regardless of size.

• NAICS codes: 541330, 541360, 541370.

• Partial Small Business set-aside is applicable.

• Mandatory minimum small business goal of 23% of the total value of prime contract awards.

• A Virtual Industry Day will be held on December 17, 2025. RSVP required by December 8, 2025.

• Questions for Industry Day due December 31, 2025.

• SF330 submissions are due via email to GPSC5@usgs.gov by January 14, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.

• Section H of the SF330 must include narrative responses for evaluation factors A-F and is limited to 75 pages total.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a REVISED Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architect and Engineering (A-E) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for Geospatial Product and Services Contract v5 (GPSCv5). The United States Geological Survey (USGS) requires these services for professional mapping throughout the United States, its territories, possessions, and other areas within the USGS science mission, excluding hostile areas or those with U.S. Department of State travel restrictions. The anticipated total not-to-exceed threshold for all awarded IDIQs is $850,000,000.00 over a five-year period, with a minimum guarantee of $100,000.00 per IDIQ contract. Services will be procured under the Brooks Act and FAR 36.6.

• Services: Remotely sensed data acquisition from multiple platforms (manned airborne, uncrewed systems, vessel-based, space-borne), data processing, and geospatial product generation.

• Data Types (Large Business): Topographic and bathymetric lidar, sonar, hydrographic data, radar, multispectral/hyperspectral imagery, geophysical data (aeromagnetic, radiometric, electromagnetic), and ancillary data.

• Data Types (Small Business): Similar to large business but may exclude some geophysical data.

• Products: High-resolution topographic and geophysical data, map products, extraction of hydrographic data, orthoimagery, and emergency acquisition for disaster response.

• Quality: Services must comply with ANSI/ISO/ASQC 9001:2015 standards.

• Key Personnel: Services must be supervised by licensed professional engineers, certified mapping scientists, certified photogrammetrists, or registered land surveyors.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: 5-year period or a base 12-month ordering period with four 12-month option periods.

• Estimated Total Value: $850,000,000.00 (not-to-exceed threshold across all awards).

• Minimum Guarantee: $100,000.00 per IDIQ contract.

• Process: Two-part process: Part I (Request for Qualifications) followed by Part II (Request for Proposal for selected firms).

• Part I Submission: SF330 Architect-Engineer Qualifications due January 14, 2026, by 5:00 pm ET.

• Evaluation: Firms will be evaluated based on Past Performance, Specialized Experience and Technological Competence, Professional Qualifications, Quality Assurance/Control, Project Management/Coordination, and Small Business Participation.

• Past Performance: CPARS reports or Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) for projects within the last five years (Jan 1, 2020 - Dec 31, 2025).

• Industry Day: A virtual Industry Day will be held on December 17, 2025. RSVP required by December 8, 2025.

• NAICS Codes: 541330, 541360, 541370.

• Size Standards: Vary by NAICS code ($19M - $28.5M).

• Partial Small Business Set-Aside: A portion of awards will be set aside for small businesses.

• Small Business Goals: Minimum 23% of total prime contract dollars for small business participation, with specific goals for SDB, WOSB, HUBZone, and SDVOSB.

• A maximum of ten awards are anticipated (estimated six large businesses and four small businesses).

• Firms must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Subcontracting plans are required for large businesses.

• Teaming agreements must be included in the SF330.

• Section H of the SF330 requires specific narrative responses to evaluation factors.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions regarding the solicitation, specifically addressing revisions to the synopsis and submission requirements for the SF330.

• Synopsis vs. Q&A Precedence: In case of conflict or discrepancy between the amended synopsis and Q&A responses, the most current and formally issued synopsis documents (including amendments) take precedence.
• Active IDIQs for Section F: Active IDIQs, including those with multiple completed individual task orders, are permitted to be used as projects for Section F (Key Project Examples) of the SF330.
• Past Performance (CPARS/PPQ) Period: CPARS reports and PPQs must cover a Period of Performance falling between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2025. For active Federal IDIQs without a final rating, interim CPARS reports are acceptable. If no CPARS are available (e.g., non-federal IDIQs), a PPQ must be submitted.
• SF330 Section F vs. H: Factor B (Specialized Experience and Technological Competence) has been revised to be submitted in Section F of the SF330, not Section H as initially stated.
• SF330 Section E vs. H: Information for Factor C (Team-Wide Summaries of Professional Qualifications) should be submitted in Section H of the SF330, titled "Additional Information Factor C." Key Personnel should be submitted in Section E.
• SF330 Submission Documents: The submission must include both the completed SF330 Part I and Part II (pdf) and Section H as a separate document.
• Teaming Agreements: Teaming agreements can be summarized as a table or list and do not count against the Section H 75-page limit. Full agreements will be available upon request.

These clarifications modify submission requirements, particularly concerning the SF330 structure and the evaluation of past performance. Offerors should ensure their submissions align with these revised guidelines, especially regarding the placement of Factor B and Factor C, and the period of performance for projects.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a revised Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architect and Engineering (A-E) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for Geospatial Product and Services (GPSCv5). The United States Geological Survey (USGS) requires these services to perform professional mapping across the United States, its territories, and possessions. The anticipated maximum not-to-exceed threshold for all awarded IDIQs is $850,000,000.00 over a five-year period. Each IDIQ contract will have a 12-month base ordering period with four 12-month option periods, with a minimum guarantee of $100,000.00 per contract. Services will be procured under Public Law 92-582 (Brooks Act) and FAR 36.6.

• Remotely sensed data acquisition from multiple platforms (manned airborne, uncrewed systems, vessel-based, space-based).

• High-resolution topographic and geophysical data and map products.

• Extraction of hydrographic data from lidar, radar, and imagery.

• Quality assurance and quality control of geospatial data and products.

• Emergency acquisition and geospatial product generation for disaster response and recovery.

• Survey and control services including cadastral surveying.

• Services may require licensed professional engineers, certified mapping scientists, certified photogrammetrists, or registered land surveyors.

• Work must comply with ANSI/ISO/ASQC 9001:2015 standards.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Base 12-month ordering period with four 12-month option periods (totaling up to 5 years).

• Estimated Total Value: $850,000,000.00 across all awarded IDIQs.

• Minimum Guarantee per IDIQ: $100,000.00.

This is a two-part process:

• Part I (Request for Qualifications): Submit SF330 Architect-Engineer Qualifications by January 14, 2026, 5:00 PM ET. A pre-selection committee will evaluate submissions. A maximum of 10 highly qualified firms (estimated 6 large businesses, 4 small businesses) will be selected for Part II.

• Part II (Request for Proposal): Only pre-selected firms will receive an RFP. Proposals will be evaluated by a Source Selection Committee.

• Evaluation Factors (Part I): A (Past Performance), B (Specialized Experience & Technological Competence), C (Professional Qualifications), D (Quality Assurance/Control), E (Project Management/Coordination), F (Small Business Participation - for Large Businesses).

• Past Performance (Factor A): CPARS reports or Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) for projects with a Period of Performance between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2025.

• Specialized Experience (Factor B): Includes data acquisition capabilities, types of data, products, and equipment (Subfactors B-1 and B-2).

• Professional Qualifications (Factor C): Demonstrates management of certified professionals.

• Quality Assurance (Factor D): Adequacy of in-house quality control procedures.

• Project Management (Factor E): Availability and ability to mobilize resources.

• Small Business Participation (Factor F): Minimum 23% of total prime contract dollars.

• Open to all firms regardless of size.

• NAICS Codes: 541330 ($25.5M size standard), 541360 ($28.5M size standard), 541370 ($19M size standard).

• A partial Small Business set-aside is applicable.

• Mandatory minimum small business goal: 23% of total prime contract dollars.

• A Virtual Industry Day will be held on December 17, 2025. RSVP required by December 8, 2025.

• Questions due by December 31, 2025.

• SF330 submission deadline: January 14, 2026, 5:00 PM ET via email to GPSC5@usgs.gov.

• Section H of the SF330 must address evaluation factors and has a 75-page limit.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to additional questions regarding the GPSC5 solicitation, clarifying various aspects for potential bidders.

• Industry Day Time Zone: Industry Day is scheduled for 9:00 AM MT.
• FFRDC Participation: Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) are NOT permitted to join a team for this solicitation.
• Ancillary Sources: Defined as additional supporting datasets not part of the primary data acquisition, used to enhance, validate, or interpret remotely sensed data.
• RFP Task Orders for Small Business: Task Orders will be competitively bid and negotiated with the highest graded firm.
• PPQ Submission Deadline: PPQs (Attachment 1) must be submitted by January 14, 2025, 5:00 PM ET.
• Teaming Agreements Submission: For Small Business primes, Teaming Agreements should be summarized with a list of vendors and submitted in Section H.
• Emergency Tasks Timeframe: The "few hours of collection" timeframe for emergency tasks is defined as within 48 hours.
• Small Business Facility Demonstration: If a facility demonstration is required, a virtual meeting can be held to include team members and government representatives.

This document clarifies key submission details, eligibility for teaming partners, and performance timeframes, which may affect proposal preparation and strategy.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a revised Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architect and Engineering (A-E) Services, specifically for Geospatial Product and Services Contract v5 (GPSCv5). The United States Geological Survey (USGS) intends to award multiple Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts to perform professional mapping services nationwide. The estimated total not-to-exceed threshold for all awarded IDIQs is $850,000,000.00 over a five-year period, with a minimum guarantee of $100,000.00 per IDIQ contract. Services will be procured under the Brooks Act and FAR 36.6.

• Acquisition of remotely sensed data from various platforms (manned airborne, uncrewed systems, vessel-based, space-based).

• Production of geospatial products including topographic, bathymetric, geophysical data, and orthoimagery.

• Extraction of hydrographic data.

• Services may include emergency acquisition and geospatial product generation for disaster response and recovery, and survey and control services.

• Work must be performed under a quality system compliant with ANSI/ISO/ASQC 9001:2015 standards.

• Subcontractors must have qualifications approved by the government prior to performance.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Either a 5-year period or a base 12-month ordering period with four 12-month option periods.

• Estimated Total Value: $850,000,000.00 (not-to-exceed).

• Minimum Guarantee per IDIQ: $100,000.00.

• This is a two-part process:

  • Part I: Request for Qualifications (RFQ) - Submit SF330 Architect-Engineer Qualifications by January 14, 2026, 5:00 pm ET.
  • Part II: Request for Proposal (RFP) - Only highly qualified firms from Part I will receive an RFP.

• Evaluation Criteria (Part I): Factors A (Past Performance), B (Specialized Experience & Technological Competence), C (Professional Qualifications), D (Quality Assurance/Control), E (Project Management/Coordination), and F (Small Business Participation for Large Businesses).

• SF330 submission requires specific formatting and page limits for Section H.

• Open to all firms regardless of size.

• A partial Small Business set-aside is applicable.

• NAICS Codes: 541330 (Engineering Services, $25.5M size standard), 541360 (Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services, $28.5M size standard), 541370 (Surveying and Mapping Services, $19M size standard).

• Mandatory 23% minimum small business goal for each contract awarded.

• A Virtual Industry Day will be held on December 17, 2025. RSVP required by December 8, 2025.

• Questions for Industry Day due December 31, 2025.

• Firms must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Key personnel require specific certifications (PE, mapping scientist, photogrammetrist, surveyor).

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to questions submitted by potential offerors regarding the GPSC5 solicitation, clarifying various aspects of the proposal submission requirements and evaluation criteria.

• NAICS Size Standards: The Small Business Size Standards for NAICS codes 541330, 541360, and 541370 have been updated to $25.5M, $28.5M, and $19M, respectively, and the USGS will adhere to these standards.
• Evaluation Criteria (Factor C): Factor C (professional qualifications) is less important than Factors A & B but more important than Factors D & E. It will be evaluated.
• Section F Projects: A maximum of ten (10) projects must be listed in Section F. Projects must be fully completed and have occurred on or after January 1, 2020. A Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) is required for each project, even if CPARS is available. CPARS will be pulled by the Contracting Officer.
• IDIQ/Task Orders: An IDIQ and its Task Order cannot both be listed as separate Section F projects; the vendor must choose one. Task orders are not eligible for CPARS reporting.
• Small Business Participation (Factor F): The minimum goal for small business participation is 23% of the total prime contract value. Specific goals for SDB, WOSB, HUBZone, and SDVOSB are also detailed (e.g., 5% for SDB/WOSB, 3% for HUBZone/SDVOSB). Teaming agreements can be summarized.
• SF330 Submission: Offerors must submit a complete SF330, including Parts I (Sections A-H) and Part II (for each firm involved). Section H must be submitted as a separate attachment and is limited to a cumulative total of 75 pages for all evaluation factors combined.
• Industry Day: The GPSC5 Industry Day has been moved to a virtual event on December 17, 2025. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by December 31, 2025.

These clarifications address ambiguities in the original solicitation, particularly concerning project eligibility for Section F, evaluation factor weighting, small business participation requirements, and the format and content of the SF330 submission. Offerors should review these responses carefully to ensure their proposals meet all updated requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Standard Form 330 (Rev. 7/2021), "Architect-Engineer Qualifications." It is used by potential bidders to submit their qualifications for architect-engineer contracts. Bidders must complete this form to provide detailed information about their firm, proposed team, key personnel, and relevant project experience.

• Part I: Contract-Specific Qualifications: Includes contract information, architect-engineer point of contact, and details about the proposed team (prime contractor and subcontractors).
• Part II: Architect-Engineer Qualifications: Covers resumes of key personnel, other professional qualifications, and relevant projects that best illustrate the team's capabilities.
• Section F: Example Projects: Requires detailed information on up to 10 example projects, including project owner, point of contact, description, and relevance to the current contract.
• Section G: Key Personnel Participation: A matrix to show which key personnel participated in which example projects.
• Section H: Additional Information: Space for any other information requested by the agency.
• Section I: Authorized Representative: Signature and details of the authorized representative.

This form is critical for bidders to demonstrate their firm's and team's qualifications and experience relevant to the specific opportunity. Accurate and complete submission of SF330 is essential for the government's evaluation of technical qualifications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation synopsis for Architect and Engineering (A-E) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts to perform professional mapping services for the United States Geological Survey (USGS), National Geospatial Technical Operations Center (NGTOC). Services will be performed throughout the United States, its territories, possessions, and other areas within the USGS science mission, excluding hostile areas or those with current U.S. Department of State travel restrictions. The anticipated total value across all awarded IDIQs is $850,000,000.00 over a five-year period, with a minimum guarantee of $100,000.00 per IDIQ contract. The procurement is conducted under the Brooks Act and FAR 36.6.

• Remotely sensed data acquisition from multiple platforms (manned airborne, uncrewed systems, vessel-based, space-based).

• Collection of topographic and bathymetric lidar, sonar, hydrographic data, radar, multispectral/hyperspectral imagery, and geophysical data.

• Generation of geospatial products including orthoimagery, elevation-derived hydrography, and hydro-enforced break lines.

• Services include emergency acquisition, geospatial product generation for disaster response, and survey/control services (including cadastral surveying).

• Work requires supervision by licensed professional engineers, certified mapping scientists, certified photogrammetrists, or registered land surveyors.

• A quality system compliant with ANSI/ISO/ASQC 9001:2015 is required.

• Multiple IDIQ contracts are anticipated, with a minimum of five awards expected.

• Each IDIQ contract will have a 5-year period or a base 12-month ordering period with four 12-month option periods.

• Total estimated value across all IDIQs: $850,000,000.00.

• Minimum guarantee per IDIQ: $100,000.00.

• This is a two-part process:

  • Part I: Request for Qualifications (RFQ) - Submit SF330 Architect-Engineer Qualifications by November 12, 2025, 5:00 pm ET.
  • Part II: Request for Proposal (RFP) - Only pre-selected firms will receive an RFP.

• Evaluation Factors (Part I): Past Performance, Specialized Experience and Technological Competence, Professional Qualifications, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Project Management/Coordination, and Small Business Participation (for Large Businesses).

• An Industry Day will be held on October 9, 2025, at USGS Offices, 12201 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, VA 20192.

• A partial Small Business set-aside is applicable.

• NAICS codes: 541330 (Engineering Services), 541360 (Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services), 541370 (Surveying and Mapping Services - except Geophysical). Size standard for all is $16.5 million.

• Firms must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Mandatory minimum small business goal of 23% of the total value of prime contract awards.

• Solicitation packages are not yet available.

• RSVP for Industry Day is required by September 19, 2025, 5:00 pm MT to GPSC5@usgs.gov.

• Questions for Industry Day are due by October 21, 2025, 5:00 pm ET to GPSC5@usgs.gov.