Seeking a professional service provider to create high-resolution land use and land cover classification maps and shapefiles for the Inkomati-Usuthu Water Management Area, covering the period from 2015 to 2026. The project duration is 24 months.
The Inkomati Catchment Management Agency is inviting proposals from qualified professional service providers to undertake the determination of land use and land cover (LULC) classification maps and shapefiles for the Inkomati-Usuthu Water Management Area (IUWMA). This project aims to produce detailed and accurate LULC data from 2015 to 2026, with a focus on achieving finer resolution to support effective water management and environmental planning. The successful provider will be expected to utilize advanced remote sensing and GIS techniques to deliver comprehensive mapping solutions.
The scope of work includes data collection, analysis, and the generation of high-resolution maps that will inform stakeholders about land use changes and trends within the IUWMA. The project will last for a period of 24 months, during which the service provider will collaborate closely with the agency to ensure that the outputs meet the required standards and specifications. This initiative is crucial for sustainable water resource management and will contribute significantly to the planning and implementation of conservation strategies in the region.
This tender is suitable for businesses specializing in environmental consulting, geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, and land use planning. Companies with experience in producing high-resolution mapping and data analysis for water management and environmental projects are encouraged to apply.