Airborne & Ground-Based Geophysical Data Collection

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) seeks a qualified contractor to acquire and interpret airborne electromagnetic (AEM) and ground‑based magnetotelluric (MT) geophysical data over approximately 150 mi² in the Wind River Valley, Skamania County, WA. The effort will support geothermal resource assessment and must deliver raw data, processed datasets, geophysical models, and a comprehensive technical report by the end of June 2027. • Scope includes AEM airborne surveys, MT ground surveys, QA/QC, data processing, 3‑D modeling, and integration with existing DNR datasets (geologic maps, resistivity transects, gravity surveys, water‑chemistry data). • Contractor must handle landowner outreach, coordinate bi‑weekly meetings with DNR staff, and provide monthly status reports. • Deliverables: raw and processed data files in standard GIS/geophysical formats, interpretive maps/models, and a final report with methodology, results, and recommendations. • Contract value capped at $400,000; work to commence 1 Dec 2026 and conclude 30 Jun 2027. • Mandatory compliance with DNR’s standard services contract, insurance, and public‑domain data release requirements.