Description
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking information from potential vendors to conduct an economic analysis of the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative (Earth MRI). The analysis will evaluate the economic value and benefits associated with Earth MRI activities, data, maps, and other products. The USGS is looking for vendors with expertise in economic analysis, natural resource economics, and geoscience. The vendors should be able to design and conduct data collection activities, such as surveys and interviews, and provide technical support during the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) submission and review process. The USGS anticipates that a future effort may involve multiple phases of work, including development of an analytical framework and study design, design of user engagement or data collection activities, and economic analysis and reporting.
Some key points to consider include:
• The Earth MRI is a program that aims to transform and modernize the Nation's mapping of the surface and subsurface.
• The program has received $320 million in supplemental funding to spend over five years (FY22-FY26).
• The USGS is looking for vendors with expertise in economic analysis, natural resource economics, and geoscience.
• The vendors should be able to design and conduct data collection activities, such as surveys and interviews.
• The USGS anticipates that a future effort may involve multiple phases of work, including development of an analytical framework and study design, design of user engagement or data collection activities, and economic analysis and reporting.