The USGS is interested in forming cooperative partnerships with organizations from all levels of government and industry for geospatial data production and mapping science research. Through a variety of partnership mechanisms, the USGS seeks to ensure geospatial data availability and currentness, eliminate duplication in geospatial data production through increased coordination with producers and users, and transfer technologies to the private sector.
Pooled resources result in lower geospatial data production costs for each partner.
The use of geospatial data standards and compliance with Federal data transfer standards enhance data compatibility and allow the transfer of files between formats. Partnerships facilitate information and technology exchange between public and private mapping organizations. Flexible financial and human resource commitments from each partner are critical to the success of the partnership program. The USGS is willing to work with potential cooperators to reach mutually beneficial agreements. If you would like more information about the USGS conventional partnership mechanisms for the production of standard geospatial data products , please e-mail the staff member responsible for USGS coordination and requirements for your State.