City of North Augusta - Tree Canopy Mapping Services RFP - 2025U03-HSF
City of North Augusta cityCity · North Augusta, SC- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Duration
- 4 months
- Primary contact
- Donna Costello
- (803) 441-4343
The 30-second brief
The City of North Augusta is requesting proposals for Tree Canopy Mapping Services to assess the impact of recent developments and Hurricane Helene. The work involves classification of citywide land cover using NAIP 4-band aerial imagery and LiDAR data to differentiate smaller shrubs from trees, calculating land cover classes by percent across geographies, preparing a QA/QC report to achieve at least 90% mapping accuracy, identifying potential planting areas, quantifying ecosystem services using i-Tree tools, and providing assessment reports, presentations, and GIS files. Bids are due by November 12, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., with questions due by October 30, 2026. The project is funded by the South Carolina Forestry Commission, requiring SAM registration and compliance with federal provisions.
Tree canopy assessment report, PowerPoint presentation slide deck (15-20 slides), GIS file and geodatabase with raw raster/polygon layers and vector formats, Community education material
Responsiveness, responsibility, lowest responsive, responsible, and qualified respondent
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Summary
The City of North Augusta is requesting proposals for Tree Canopy Mapping Services to assess the impact of recent developments and Hurricane Helene.
The work involves classification of citywide land cover using NAIP 4-band aerial imagery and LiDAR data to differentiate smaller shrubs from trees, calculating land cover classes by percent across geographies, preparing a QA/QC report to achieve at least 90% mapping accuracy, identifying potential planting areas, quantifying ecosystem services using i-Tree tools, and providing assessment reports, presentations, and GIS files. Bids are due by November 12, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., with questions due by October 30, 2026. The project is funded by the South Carolina Forestry Commission, requiring SAM registration and compliance with federal provisions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Responsiveness
- Responsibility
- Lowest responsive
- Responsible
- Qualified respondent
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Tree canopy assessment report, PowerPoint presentation slide deck (15-20 slides), GIS file and geodatabase with raw raster/polygon layers and vector formats, Community education material
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Bid Form
- Addendum Form
- Respondent Qualifications Form
- Respondent Reference Form
- Non-Collusion Form
- Debarment Statement Form
- Lobbying Certification
- Certificate of Drug Free Workplace
- EEOC Form
- Submit to
- Department of Public Services, 61 Claypit Road, North Augusta, SC 29841
- Scope location
- North Augusta, SC
- Projected sq ft
- 5,702,400 sq ft
- Reported agency
- City of North Augusta
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of North Augusta city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Department of Public Services, 61 Claypit Road, North Augusta, SC 29841. For questions, contact Donna Costello.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of North Augusta city in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Donna Costello at (803) 441-4343. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Tree canopy assessment report, PowerPoint presentation slide deck (15-20 slides), GIS file and geodatabase with raw raster/polygon layers and vector formats, Community education material. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Responsiveness, responsibility, lowest responsive, responsible, and qualified respondent" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of North Augusta city?
All active and historical solicitations from City of North Augusta city are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of North Augusta city regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form, Addendum Form, Respondent Qualifications Form, Respondent Reference Form, Non-Collusion Form, Debarment Statement Form, Lobbying Certification, Certificate of Drug Free Workplace, EEOC Form. Review the full document from City of North Augusta city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: North Augusta, SC. The total projected area is 5702400 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.