Notice of NextGen GPS mapping equipment and software

The Florida Department of Transportation has officially completed development and implementation of the ITSFM NextGen cloud-based GPS mapping system. 

This provides notice the FDOT has officially retired the Trimble Geo7x, TerraSync, and GPS Pathfinder Office as the primary data collection system, we will provide support for the historical data collection process until December 31^st, 2026, at which point all contractors will be required to have transitioned to the new system.

In leu of requesting a GPS seed file, a DocuSign ITSFM form for project authorization and creation will need to be completed by both GPS contractor and CEI consultants. This will allow FDOT to create a project zone for data collection which will include the ITSFM data dictionary, existing infrastructure, and ITSFM configuration data. After project creation the FDOT project administrator will also assign Trimble TerraFlex licenses to applicable approved personnel.

The system incorporates the Trimble TerraFlex and Connect platform to support intelligent data collection and provisioning for the ITSFM system, and utilize contractor provided Trimble DA2 GNSS antenna/receiver, Bluetooth/internet-capable phone or tablet, compatible Bluetooth laser range finder, and at minimum the Trimble Catalyst 30cm real-time correction service.

FDOT will provide follow up training to certified “ITSFM GPS & Cable Mapping” and certified “ITSFM Acceptance Testing for CEI” personnel.