Paper Contracting for Mapping Services

Author: Ken Brelsford
Organization: M.J. Harden Associates

1019 Admiral Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64106
USA

Phone: 816-889-1145
Fax: 816-889-3000
kbrelsford@mjharden.com

Outsourcing mapping services is one of the largest costs in the GIS implementation process. This session will cover the process, beginning with the development of database and conversion specifications, defining the scope of work, contract requirements, performance criteria (quality assurance/quality control), communications, deliverables, and project change control. The key to a successful project is making sure that the client and contractor have the same understanding of the products to be delivered, when they will be delivered, and how to make changes when necessary. Also presented will be alternatives to the traditional bid process for acquiring mapping services.