Natural Resources Support at Travis AFB, CA
ID: 354751Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Fort Worth District (DOD-COE-FW)

Award Range

$669K - $6M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Fort Worth District of the Department of Defense is seeking Statements of Interest for a cooperative agreement focused on providing natural resources support at Travis Air Force Base (AFB) in California. The project aims to implement the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) with an emphasis on endangered species management, particularly the California tiger salamander, and includes tasks such as habitat assessments, field surveys, and compliance reporting under the Sikes Act. This opportunity is crucial for ensuring effective management of natural resources and compliance with environmental regulations, with a funding amount of approximately $668,572 allocated for an 18-month base period, followed by potential follow-on periods. Interested organizations must submit their qualifications by July 8, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Nicholas Aprea at nicholas.a.aprea@usace.army.mil.

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    Posted
    The Department of the Army is seeking Statements of Interest for a cooperative agreement focused on natural resources support at Travis Air Force Base (AFB), California. Only members of specific Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Regions are eligible to apply, with approximately $668,572 allocated for the base period of 18 months, with potential for follow-on work. Organizations are invited to demonstrate their qualifications by providing details about their capabilities and relevant experiences. The project emphasizes compliance with environmental laws and collaborative research between federal entities and universities. Key objectives include conducting field surveys, reporting, project management, and data management under the authority of the Sikes Act. The primary focus is on endangered species management, specifically California tiger salamanders and various wetland species, and includes tasks such as habitat assessments, monitoring, and preparing consultation packages for U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service compliance. The document provides guidance for submitting Statements of Interest by July 8, 2024, and outlines a selection process where the most qualified organizations will be invited to submit full proposals. Outcomes aimed include improving species management practices and ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental regulations.
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