Thruway Authority Mandates Proprietary Software for Subsurface Data | The Locally Times

The New York State Thruway Authority now requires contractors to use gINT® software and specific templates for all subsurface exploration logs, stating no other format will be accepted.

This directive requires contractors to adopt a specific proprietary software and its associated templates for all drilling data submissions to the Authority. According to the Authority's updated guidelines, contractors must utilize its official subsurface exploration log form and the specific gINT® Template and Library files. The documentation explicitly states these files "must use... The policy creates a singular, mandatory standard for data collection and reporting. ## Contractor Requirements This new mandate could introduce new operational costs for contractors, including expenses for software licenses and necessary staff training, which are not detailed in the Authority's guidelines. The requirement for a single, proprietary software and specific, unalterable templates may also impact the competitive landscape for firms seeking Thruway Authority contracts, potentially creating barriers for those without existing gINT® capabilities. The guidelines mention that contractors "MUST conta" in case of difficulty using the provided files, but the instruction is incomplete, leaving questions about the specific support or contact mechanism. Future Thruway Authority contract solicitations and public feedback from contractors may provide further insight into the practical effects and potential costs associated with this new requirement.