B--MRG RGSM Population Monitoring
ID: 140R4025R0003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONUPPER COLORADO REGIONAL OFFICESALT LAKE CITY, UT, 84138, USA

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- ENDANGERED SPECIES: PLANT/ANIMAL (B509)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/578660607db4438ca110a347f97fe826/view
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    Description

    The Bureau of Reclamation, under the Department of the Interior, is seeking contractor assistance for the ongoing monitoring of the federally endangered Rio Grande Silvery Minnow (RGSM) population in the Middle Rio Grande of New Mexico. The primary objective of this procurement is to assess population trends and abundance in compliance with the Endangered Species Act, requiring the selected contractor to follow established monitoring protocols and deliver detailed monthly and annual reports on fish densities and environmental conditions. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to environmental protection and the conservation of endangered species, necessitating collaboration with stakeholders such as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Interested parties must submit a Capabilities Statement by October 18, 2024, and ensure registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for consideration.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maestas, Mary
    (505) 462-3581
    (303) 969-6631
    mmaestas@usbr.gov
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    SOURCES_SOUGHT_RGSM_Population_Monitoring__repost_1.pdf
    The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking contractor assistance for the ongoing monitoring of the federally endangered Rio Grande Silvery Minnow (RGSM) population in the Middle Rio Grande of New Mexico. This project aims to assess population trends and abundance, adhering to legal requirements under the Endangered Species Act. The selected contractor will follow an established monitoring protocol and deliver monthly and annual reports detailing fish densities, effects of river conditions on population changes, and comparisons with other aquatic species. Core tasks include monthly sampling at designated sites, potential expansion of sampling locations, and intensive data collection on environmental conditions. The contract spans five years, with specified tasks tied to government approvals. Interested parties must submit a Capabilities Statement by October 18, 2024, detailing relevant experience, resources, and company classification. Successful bidders must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). This request illustrates the government's emphasis on environmental protection and compliance through rigorous scientific monitoring, ensuring the conservation of endangered species while collaborating with stakeholders including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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