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Mapping Services
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Definition
Summary
These services include geospatial mapping services, geographic information system (GIS) mapping services, hydrographic mapping services, photogrammetric mapping, and topographic mapping services. Vendors are often GIS consulting firms that offer a range of other services. In addition, many nonemployers in this market focus on map making only. Typical buyers include companies that require GIS services for business operations, along with government entities.
This Report Includes:
- Geospatial Mapping Services
- Geographic Information System (GIS) Mapping Services
- Hydrographic Mapping Services
- Topographic Mapping Services
Not in this Report:
- Geophysical Services
- Map and Atlas Publishing
- Mapping Application Programming Interfaces
Global Mapping Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Mapping Services market.
Warning Trends
Public sector demand slumps as the government enters shutdown
- On October 1, the US federal government entered a shutdown after negotiations for a new appropriations bill failed.
- During a government shutdown, essential federal government operations, such as law enforcement, air-traffic control, and social security, persist, while nonessential operations are paused and workers involved in these operations are furloughed. Thus, the current shutdown is expected to result in 750,000 federal workers being furloughed, representing a $400 million reduction in daily expenditure by the federal government.
- This significant reduction in federal spending and operations will affect the entire US economy, weakening aggregate demand and slowing economic growth. For example, the 35-day government shutdown in Q1, 2019, reduced aggregate demand in both the public and private sectors, resulting in a 0.2% reduction in GDP growth that quarter.
- The effects of the shutdown are likely to be most acute in markets where the public sector is a major buyer segment, weakening demand and increasing average vendor risk by destabilizing important revenue streams.
- As negotiations for a new appropriations bill to reopen the government remain ongoing, ProcurementIQ will continue to monitor the situation and update this story with the latest information.
Global Mapping Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 China | 105,675 |
| #2 Europe | 10,565 |
| #3 United States | 5,840 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Mapping Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$25.00 to $XXX.XX
per hourAverage Price
Prices in the Mapping Services market range from $25.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Type of Data, Degree of Customization and Location. For example, lower prices are associated with Already-obtained data ($25.00 to $100 per hour), whereas higher prices are associated with Aerial mapping ($75.00 to $250 per hour).
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Mapping Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Mapping Services market, prices in the US have grown 5.2% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
United States (2022-2025)
United States (2025-2028)
Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Mapping Services
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Mapping Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Delays may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Transportation
Billed During
Labor
Software
Unforeseen
Delays
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -2.5 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
United States
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Software Publishers
- Computer & Packaged Software Wholesalers
- Data Processing & Hosting Services
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Software Testing Services
- Computer Manufacturers
- IT Consultants
Biggest Mapping Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Mapping Services vendors by revenue in the US are Maxar Technologies Ltd., Timmons Group Inc. and Aecom. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aecom | Global | DALLAS, TX | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| David Evans And Associates, Inc. | National | Portland, OR | 501-1,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Mason, Bruce & Girard Inc. | Regional | Portland, OR | 51-100 | < 5 | ||||
| Michael Baker International LLC | National | Pittsburgh, PA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Ninyo & Moore | Regional | San Diego, CA | 251-500 | < 5 | ||||
| The Dewberry Companies Inc. | National | Fairfax, VA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Stantec Inc. | Global | Edmonton | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Timmons Group Inc. | National | Richmond, VA | 501-1,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Websoft Developers Inc. | International | Davis, CA | <25 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Mapping Services market is 6.2% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Wages. The cost trend for this component is rising, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
The mapping services market has a moderate level of supply chain risk, as vendors rely on some volatile upstream inputs such as computer components. Thus, mapping service suppliers experience a moderate likelihood of encountering substantial input price spikes, which they would have to absorb or pass on to their buyers in the form of higher prices.
Average vendor risk in the mapping service market is moderate because vendors face a high degree of competition. Buyers face moderate risk of business complications due to poor vendor financial health.
Market share concentration is very low, resulting in a highly competitive market as no one supplier controls a substantial portion of market share. The competitive pressure keeps vendors from raising prices drastically, thereby boosting buyer power.
The United States is a net importer of computers, meaning it imports more computers than it exports. While lower manufacturing costs abroad drive down prices for imported computers, relying on imports can lead to potential shortages or price increases if there are supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, or global crises.
Supplier Information
Aecom
Aecom is a public company operating globally in the construction, professional, scientific and technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and healthcare and social assistance sectors. The company's offerings include general contractor services, industrial building &... Subscribe to learn more
David Evans And Associates, Inc.
David Evans And Associates, Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include mapping services. Founded in 1976, the company is currently headquartered in Portland, Oregon, United States of America with an estimated Subscribe to learn more
Mason, Bruce & Girard Inc.
Mason, Bruce & Girard Inc. is a private company operating regionally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include mapping services. Founded in 1921, the company is currently headquartered in Portland, Oregon, United States of America with an estimated 55 employees.... Subscribe to learn more
Maxar Technologies Ltd.
Maxar Technologies Ltd. is a public company operating internationally in the information and professional, scientific & technical services sectors. The company's offerings include geographic information systems software, meteorological services and mapping services. Founded in 2014, the company is currently... Subscribe to learn more
Michael Baker International LLC
Michael Baker International LLC is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include mapping services and land surveying services. Founded in 1940, the company is currently headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States... Subscribe to learn more
Ninyo & Moore
Ninyo & Moore is a private company operating regionally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include geotechnical engineering services and mapping services. Founded in 1986, the company is currently headquartered in San Diego, California, United States of America... Subscribe to learn more
Stantec Inc.
Stantec Inc. is a public company operating globally in the professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include interior design services, tank & line testing services, environmental planning services, environmental... Subscribe to learn more
The Dewberry Companies Inc.
The Dewberry Companies Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include geotechnical engineering services, mapping services and land surveying services. Founded in 1956, the company is currently headquartered in Fairfax,... Subscribe to learn more
Timmons Group Inc.
Timmons Group Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include mapping services and land surveying services. Founded in 1953, the company is currently headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, United States of America with... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Mapping Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Billable Utilization and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT). Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Data Accuracy and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Billable Utilization |
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Actual billed hours Maximum number of billable hours |
The utilization rate measures the amount billed to the buyer versus the actual amount of time the vendor could be working. While buyers should aim for a high utilization rate, individual consultants may struggle to maintain a rate that is very high. |
| Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) |
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Number of positive customer responses Number of customer responses |
Customer satisfaction represents customers’ overall satisfaction with a company. Customer satisfaction can be used to determine whether customer improvements are required. Customer satisfaction can be used to evaluate a company’s reputation. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
How would you describe the types of clients you primarily work with?
How are the environments of your other clients similar to mine?
Quality Control
What safeguards have you established to assure quality in your mapping services?
What actions do you take to correct and compensate for any mistakes made throughout the project?
Timeliness
What guarantees do you provide for meeting agreed-upon deadlines?
Have you experienced any issues in the past that made you unable to fulfill project deadlines or have caused you to breach a contract?
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Mapping Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should provide a detailed description of their organization.
Buyers should outline the industry or industries they operate in.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should provide detailed information about the area they require mapped.
Buyers should outline the type of area it is. For example, whether it is suburban or rural.
Project Budget
Buyers should, where appropriate, outline their upper limit for the contract.
Buyers should specify their preferred payment terms.
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