2023 AERIAL IMAGERY RFQ

The Benton County Government issued an RFQ for the production of high‑resolution orthophotography covering the entire 884‑square‑mile county, to be captured in leaf‑off winter conditions and delivered in multiple GIS formats. The scope includes generating orthophoto tiles, updating the digital elevation model, providing control points, and delivering seamless, georeferenced products within two months of final capture. The solicitation required sealed hard‑copy and electronic submissions, limited narrative length, and demanded proof of technical capability, references, and conflict‑of‑interest disclosures. The contract was awarded to KUCERA INTERNATIONAL INC after the bid deadline of September 2 2022. • Geographic coverage: 884 sq mi of Benton County, AR • Required deliverables: orthophotos (GeoTIFF, Mr. SID), updated DEM, control points, all seam‑free and projected to Arkansas State Plane North (NAD 83) • Submission format: two hard‑copy paper copies plus one electronic copy (CD/USB) • Evaluation criteria: experience, schedule capability, past performance, and local familiarity • Awarded vendor: KUCERA INTERNATIONAL INC (single‑award)