Description
The City of New York, Department of Parks & Recreation is seeking a qualified vendor to conduct a city‑wide, ground‑based LiDAR survey of street trees, process the data with machine‑learning techniques, and deliver a comprehensive GIS‑ready tree inventory and 3D digital twin. The scope includes data capture of approximately 8,000 linear miles of roadway right‑of‑way during the leaf‑on season, extraction of detailed tree metrics (height, DBH, crown dimensions, health condition, etc.), integration with the existing ForMS database, and provision of an interactive 3‑D model accessible via ESRI platforms. The contract is for a one‑year term with a total award ceiling of $743,723 and requires compliance with NYC security, ADA, paid‑sick‑leave, and community‑hiring requirements.
• Conduct ground‑based LiDAR (or approved existing point‑cloud) acquisition covering all five boroughs during mid‑May to mid‑Sept.
• Apply AI/ML algorithms to generate tree‑level attributes, meet strict accuracy thresholds (≤ 10 cm positional RMSE, ≤ 3 ft height RMSE, etc.), and provide at least 200 field‑verified trees per borough.
• Deliver ESRI‑compatible geodatabase, metadata, final report, and a 3‑D digital‑twin interface; hold bi‑weekly status meetings and an in‑person kickoff/final presentation.