Ways to engage with CBI

With more than 35 years of experience serving Texas and beyond, CBI supports collaborations that deliver data, research, technical expertise, and workforce development in land surveying, geomatics, GIS, and geospatial science. If you’re an external organization seeking applied expertise, CBI can scale engagement opportunities based on your organizational needs and project scope, from short-term projects to multi-year initiatives.

Sponsored Research, Contracts & Cooperative Agreements
CBI supports externally funded research projects, contracts for applied research and technical deliverables, and cooperative agreements enabling long-term or multi-institution collaborations, including joint proposal development for competitive funding opportunities.
Suitable for organizations seeking applied research or sustained collaboration.

Professional & Technical Services
CBI provides fee-based professional and technical services in surveying and geospatial data collection, GIS mapping and analysis, SAR and InSAR image processing and analysis, technical consulting, and training.
Suitable for entities seeking specialized expertise or operational support.

Education & Workforce Development
CBI delivers continuing education and workforce development programs that support licensure, certification, and professional growth. Organizations can bulk purchase CEUs, collaborate on custom training development, or co-host conferences and workshops.
Suitable for agencies, industry, and professional organizations.

Charitable Gifts & Philanthropic Support
Charitable gifts help advance CBI’s research, outreach, education, and student support initiatives. Contributions may be monetary or in-kind and can be directed toward areas that align with the donor’s interests.
Suitable for individuals and entities wishing to support CBI’s mission and initiatives.

Interested in collaborating?

We invite external organizations seeking applied expertise to contact us about prospective collaborations and engagement opportunities. Start a conversation today by email or call 361.825.3226 to learn more.