Bid guide
How to bid on LIDAR Services for North Carolina Geodetic Survey
What North Carolina is buying and why it matters
The North Carolina Geodetic Survey (NCGS), part of North Carolina Emergency Management, Hazard Mitigation Program Support, is seeking qualified private surveying firms. They want to award multiple contracts for airborne LIDAR projects. These projects require firms to use their own equipment and staff to plan and perform the work.
The LIDAR services must meet the United States Geological Survey’s (USGS) Quality-Level 1 (QL1) specifications, as defined in the latest Lidar Base Specifications for the 3D Elevation Program (3DEP). This is a qualifications-based selection, meaning competence and qualifications are key, not initial cost. If you are a surveying firm specializing in LIDAR, this is an opportunity to secure a contract with the state for ongoing work.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 28, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
After the deadline, the state will evaluate submissions based on demonstrated competence and qualifications. They will then negotiate a contract with the best-qualified firm. If an agreement cannot be reached, negotiations will move to the next best-qualified firm. Task orders will be issued as needed under the awarded contracts.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is ideal for private surveying firms with expertise in airborne LIDAR projects. Firms must have their own equipment and staff capable of meeting USGS Quality-Level 1 specifications. The selection process emphasizes qualifications and competence.
Joint ventures are not allowed. Each firm submitting a Letter of Qualification must designate a prime firm that will be directly under contract with and report to the Hazard Mitigation Program Support. This prime firm will be responsible for managing any subcontractors, who will also be subject to state approval.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents and instructions, you need to visit the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). You can view the posting and its document list publicly without an account.
To submit a response, you will need to register for a free vendor account on the eVP portal. Once registered, follow the submission instructions provided within the posting before the September 15, 2026, 2:00 PM ET deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's competence and qualifications in airborne LIDAR services. Highlight your experience with projects that meet or exceed USGS Quality-Level 1 specifications. Provide specific examples of past successes and the equipment and staff you will dedicate to these projects.
Ensure your response clearly outlines your firm's structure and how you will manage any subcontractors, as joint ventures are not permitted. Pay close attention to all instructions in the solicitation document to ensure your submission is complete and compliant. A well-organized and thorough response that directly addresses all requirements will strengthen your position.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from North Carolina Geodetic Survey, North Carolina Emergency Management, Hazard Mitigation Program Support; the original posting controls.