RFP Summary
Tri-State Generation and Transmission (Tri-State) is seeking a qualified vendor to provide satellite remote sensing data collection, analysis, and visualization services to assess vegetation conditions on approximately 3,000 miles of Tri-State transmission line (T-Line) right-of-way (ROW).
Objective
The primary goal of this project is to support wildfire risk reduction through effective vegetation management. The selected vendor will supply satellite-derived data, analysis, and visualizations to help Tri-State staff:
- Assess vegetation encroachment, strike tree potential within and adjacent to Tri-State's transmission line right-of-way.
- Calculate and categorize span-level and entire transmission line-level vegetation risk.
- Estimate the volume of vegetation requiring removal based on Tri-State's vegetation distance criteria to mitigate wildfire risks.
Contract Details
- Duration: Three years
- Start Date (anticipated contract execution): May 30, 2025
- Contract End Date: March 30, 2027
This partnership will play a critical role in maintaining the safety and reliability of Tri-State's transmission infrastructure. Vendors with experience in satellite remote sensing, vegetation analysis, and wildfire risk assessment are encouraged to apply.