RFI-Automated Mapping Capability
ID: HM157525-RFI-AutoMapCapType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSENATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (NGA)NATL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCYARNOLD, MO, 630106238, USA

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Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesT (541)

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https://sam.gov/opp/81d4201e58ec44f6acdfc68236db0254/view
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    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), part of the Department of Defense, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify vendors capable of providing an automated mapping capability. This service must produce both standard and custom maps and charts from various data sources, ensuring rapid delivery—ideally within one business day—while accommodating different mapping scales and future data sources. The initiative is crucial for enhancing NGA's cartographic efficiency and effectiveness in fulfilling its mission, with a focus on unclassified work, although a TS/SCI clearance is preferred. Interested vendors should submit their responses electronically, detailing their capabilities and relevant experiences, and may contact Thomas E. Jaeger at thomas.e.jaeger@nga.mil or Hannah M. Pulcher at hannah.m.pulcher@nga.mil for further information.

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    Thomas E. Jaeger
    (314) 676-0179
    thomas.e.jaeger@nga.mil
    Hannah M. Pulcher
    (314) 676-1711
    hannah.m.pulcher@nga.mil
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    RFI-Auto_Map_Cap20241121.docx
    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to assess vendors capable of providing an automated mapping service. This capability must produce standard and custom maps/charts from multiple data sources, ensuring safety, usability, and accessibility. The specific needs include supporting various mapping scales, accommodating future data sources, and delivering outputs rapidly—ideally within a single business day. Respondents must provide details on their current capabilities, relevant experiences, and integration with existing geospatial tools, while also outlining how they will collaborate with other partners. Security requirements stress unclassified work, although a TS/SCI clearance is preferred. This RFI serves solely for information, not as a commitment to procure services. Responses must adhere to prescribed guidelines and be submitted electronically. The initiative aims to identify potential solutions for enhancing NGA's cartographic efficiency and effectiveness in serving its mission.
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