Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Bering Strait Harvest Survey
ID: F16PS01248Type: Special Notice
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS HEADQUARTERSFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22041, USA

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SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS, NOT R&D (B)

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https://sam.gov/opp/599bad80b5564bee86f76579b5b3edad/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, has announced a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source contract for the Bering Strait Harvest Survey. This procurement aims to gather critical data on harvest activities in the Bering Strait region, which is essential for wildlife management and conservation efforts. The survey will provide valuable insights into local subsistence practices and their impact on wildlife populations, thereby supporting informed decision-making in resource management. Interested parties can find the primary contact information in the detailed description of the notice, and further inquiries should be directed accordingly.

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