SRCSGT | F | NRCS Utah is seeking the services of a contractor to provide oblique angle digital video imagery from an aerial perspective that is synchronized with a GPS track of the entire length of the Sevier River (approximately 425 miles).

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F -- NRCS Utah is seeking the services of a contractor to provide oblique angle digital video imagery from an aerial perspective that is synchronized with a GPS track of the entire length of the Sevier River (approximately 425 miles).

Notice Date: 7/2/2008
Notice Type: Sources Sought
NAICS: 541370 — Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services
Contracting Office: Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Utah State Office, 125 South State Street, Room 4402, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84138-1100
ZIP Code: 84138-1100
Solicitation Number: UT-Aerial-Survey-001
Archive Date: 8/16/2008
Point of Contact: Steve B Latimer,, Phone: 801-524-4556, Shane Green,, Phone: 801-524-4567
E-Mail Address: steve.latimer@ut.usda.gov, shane.green@ut.usda.gov
Small Business Set-Aside: N/A
Description: PLAN OF WORK Scope of Contract The scope of this contract is to procure oblique angle digital video imagery from an aerial perspective that is synchronized with a GPS track of the entire length of the Sevier River (approximately 425 miles). The video imagery and GPS track shall be used by NRCS for interpretive analysis and extraction of data by means of interpretation and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technologies. The data collected includes but is not limited to information about streambank erosion, riparian vegetation, water turbidity, and hydrologic function. Introduction The contractor is responsible for furnishing oblique angle, high resolution video imagery from an aerial perspective with a synchronized GPS track in accordance with the requirements, specifications, terms, and conditions specified herein. Technical Requirements and Specifications The technical requirements and specifications described in this plan of work define the essential elements in securing high quality video imagery. Any deviation from these specifications may cause increased time and effort in using the imagery as intended. Delivery and Performance The materials to be furnished hereunder shall be delivered, all transportation charges paid by the contractor, to: USDA NRCS c/o Shane Green Wallace F. Bennett Federal Building 125 South State Street, Room 4418 Salt Lake City, Utah 84138-1100 Quality Control Quality control shall be exercised by the contractor continuously throughout the performance of the contract. Procedures shall be developed to assure that all the video imagery and synchronized GPS tracks are delivered in accordance with the delivery schedule and at the required level of quality. Location of Work The subject of the video imagery and synchronized GPS track is the Sevier River from Paiute Reservoir to past Delta (contact Contracting Officer Steve Latimer, steve.latimer@ut.usda.gov, for map). There are approximately 425 linear miles of river to procure video imagery for. Labor and Materials The contractor shall furnish all materials, equipment, transportation, superintendence, and labor as required herein. The contractor shall execute and finish the video imagery services for the project specified and shall deliver to NRCS all materials called for in the section. Size and Perspective of Video Imagery The video imagery to be procured is to be oblique (approximately 30 degrees forward from vertical) from an aerial perspective. The width of the frame needs to capture from 2 to 4 widths of the river channel on either side of the Sevier River (a total of 5 to 9 channel widths). The video camera will be capable of recording high resolution digital video images. Continuous real time will be displayed on one corner of the video frame, not to obscure the main portion of the image. Synchronization of Video Imagery with the GPS track A continuous GPS track will be recorded during the entire filming operation. The times in the GPS track and the video camera will be precisely synchronized, allowing the NRCS to determine the geographic location of any frame in the video by matching the time in the video frame with the time in the GPS track. Equipment Requirements Any equipment (aircraft, GPS and cameras) proposed to be used by the contractor must be approved for use by the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative. Aircraft All aircraft used in the performance of the work under this contract shall be maintained and operated in accordance with all regulations required by the US Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Helicopter and pilot must qualify to carry NRCS employee by meeting “Safety of Air Transportation on Official Work”, from NRCS’s “360 General Manual, Part 420, Subpart L.” The design of the aircraft shall be such that when the camera is mounted with all its parts within the outer structure, an unobstructed field of view is obtained. The field of view shall be shielded from the exhaust gasses, oil, effluence, and air turbulence. Glass, plastic, or other window material shall not be interposed between the camera or digital image system and the ground to be imaged unless authorized by the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative. Video Camera and mount Helicopter must have an exterior camera mount that is motion compensated and vibration free such as a “Foley” mount. The mount needs to be able to pan and zoom. If the helicopter has it’s own video camera the video output must be of broadcast quality or higher (520 lines resolution full color) and recorded on mini DV tape or video hard drive. If it does not have it’s own camera the mount must be able to carry a Sony HDV professional camera using Mini DV tape (camera and tapes supplied by the NRCS in this case) Navigation System The aircraft shall have onboard, operational, and integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver with a FAA certified antenna for recording the track of the video imagery. The GPS shall be able to record a track with a component of continuous time. The GPS shall be able to receive real time differential correction signals where available. Video Image Capture Conditions Video imagery shall be acquired during conditions when well defined, high detail images will be resolved. It is preferred that the skies be clear, free from smoke, clouds, cloud shadows, and excessive haze. Due to the overriding need to acquire quality imagery within the specified period, it may be necessary to acquire some imagery that is outside the above requirements. The contractor is permitted to exercise judgment in acquiring images. NRCS reserves the right to reject imagery if it is impossible to be used for the intended purpose of interpretation for data collection. Video Image Capture Period The video image capture period for this project shall be during times when riparian vegetation is actively growing. Generally, the date range would be June 1 to September 1, depending on the elevation. Sun Angle Requirement NRCS desires that video imagery be acquired only during the portion of the day when the sun angle exceeds the minimum of 30 degrees above the horizon. However, to expedite the acquisition within the shortest number of days possible, NRCS will accept a sun angle of not less than 20 degrees, provided the imagery does not have extensive shadows that preclude interpretation for data collection. Flight Plan Requirements The contractor shall obtain oblique angle high resolution digital video imagery from an aerial perspective that is synchronized with a GPS track of the entire length of the Sevier River (approximately 425 miles). Project Areas to obtain Video Imagery from The subject of the video imagery and synchronized GPS track is the Sevier River from Paiute Reservoir to past Delta (see attached map). There are approximately 425 linear miles of river to procure video imagery for. Site/Area Coverage The video imagery to be procured is to be oblique (tilted to approximately 30 degrees forward from vertical) from an aerial perspective. The width of the frame needs to capture from 2 to 4 widths of the channel on either side of the Sevier River (a total of 5 to 9 channel widths). The video camera will be capable of recording high resolution digital video images. Continuous real time will be displayed on one corner of the video frame. Flight Direction All flights shall be parallel with the river channel and be as continuous as possible. Flight direction can be either upstream or downstream at the contractors discretion, but only one or the other for the video capture in it’s entirety. Flight Altitudes and Speed The aerial perspective should be gained at the lowest possible altitude while conforming with the site/area coverage requirements, camera lens constraints, and safety considerations. Appropriate speeds for the video capture will be as fast as possible at the contractor’s discretion. Materials to be Delivered Medium for Digital Video Imagery and GPS track If the contractor’s camera is used, the video capture will be transferred to DVD(s) for delivery to the NRCS. If the NRCS’s camera is used, the NRCS will maintain backups and management of the camera recording media. The GPS track shall be recorded to an electronic medium such as a DVD or CD for delivery to the NRCS.
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Place of Performance: Address: As specified in the Plan of Work., Salt Lake City, Utah, 84138, United States; Zip Code: 84138
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F -- NRCS Utah is seeking the services of a contractor to provide oblique angle digital video imagery from an aerial perspective that is synchronized with a GPS track of the entire length of the Sevier River (approximately 425 miles).