NRI field data collection services for Wyoming NRCS.
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Wyoming requires professional services to conduct the National Resources Inventory (NRI), a statistical survey of land use, soil, water, and related resources. The contractor will collect field data at approximately 1,200 sample sites across Wyoming over a five-year period (base year plus four option years). Key deliverables include site identification, land use classification, soil and vegetation measurements, and data entry into NRCS systems. Contractors must have experience with NRI protocols, GPS/GIS technology, and soil science; personnel must pass a background check. The contract is set aside for small businesses under NAICS 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services). The estimated value is between $1 million and $10 million based on the five-year scope.