RFI for Large Image Manipulation
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DEPT OF DEFENSENATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (NGA)NATL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCYARNOLD, MO, 630106238, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/13ae90cbb50f4ff796f6ae2e7c54d83d/view
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    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), part of the Department of Defense, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather input on Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) solutions for a final quality control process of geospatial products. The NGA seeks vendors capable of providing systems that facilitate image manipulation, batch processing, and workflow management, ensuring that geospatial products are printer-ready prior to release. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the quality and readiness of geospatial data, which is vital for various defense and intelligence operations. Interested parties must submit their responses by 5:00 PM ET on May 23, 2025, and can reach out to primary contact Connor Dunaway at Connor.G.Dunaway@nga.mil or secondary contact Matthew A. Hoffman at matthew.a.hoffman@nga.mil for further information.

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    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking input on Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) solutions for a final quality control process of geospatial products. This process aims to ensure that these products are printer-ready before their release. The RFI focuses on vendors that can cater to NGA's necessary requirements encompassing image manipulation, batch processing, and workflow management. The agency emphasizes the need for systems that are either Windows-based or cloud applications, ready for immediate deployment, and does not require additional development. Key components sought include capabilities like file format conversion, metadata management, and project tracking features. Potential contractors must be U.S.-owned and are encouraged to highlight any capabilities or past experiences relevant to government work, as well as address any organizational conflicts of interest. The RFI is strictly informational, and responses must adhere to specified formats, with a submission deadline of 5:00 PM ET on May 23, 2025. Overall, the NGA aims to gather detailed responses that may eventually inform future procurement actions.
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