Natural Resources Support – Beale AFB, CA
ID: 354968Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Fort Worth District (DOD-COE-FW)

Award Range

$899K - $10M

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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, is seeking statements of interest for a cooperative agreement focused on natural resource support at Beale Air Force Base, California. This initiative, part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) program, aims to enhance compliance with environmental regulations and address fish and wildlife conservation through integrated natural resources management plans. The project has an estimated funding amount of approximately $899,050 for an initial base period of 18 months, with the potential for up to four additional follow-on periods. Interested parties must submit a two-page statement detailing their qualifications and capabilities by 12:00 P.M. Central Time on July 15, 2024, to Sandra Justman at sandra.justman@usace.army.mil.

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    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, is requesting statements of interest for a cooperative agreement focusing on natural resource support at Beale Air Force Base, California. The initiative, part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) program, aims to enhance compliance with environmental regulations relating to resource management and to address fish and wildlife conservation. The project will be funded for approximately $899,050, with a base period of 18 months and potential for four additional follow-on periods. Interested parties must submit a two-page statement detailing their qualifications and capabilities, including information about relevant experience and personnel. The evaluation process will prioritize organizations that demonstrate the highest level of expertise for the project. The document outlines specific tasks, including environmental monitoring, habitat management, compliance with environmental laws, and coordination between various stakeholders. The overall objective is to implement integrated natural resources management plans that support both military operations and environmental compliance, underpinned by substantial collaboration with the Department of Defense and local management agencies.
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