U--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award to BioOne
ID: F17PS00053Type: Special Notice
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS HEADQUARTERSFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22041, USA

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING (U)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c23e3a4fdaf54405a20118b2cb688934/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award to BioOne for educational and training services. This procurement aims to secure specialized resources that are crucial for enhancing the agency's educational initiatives and training programs. The services provided by BioOne are integral to the agency's mission of conservation and wildlife management, ensuring that personnel are well-equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Jerry Perry, although specific funding amounts and deadlines have not been disclosed in the available information.

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