The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is dedicated to the sustainable management and enhancement of the state’s wildlife habitats and natural resources. Its core mission centers on ecological restoration, invasive species control, and the preservation of native wildlife populations through targete...
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is dedicated to the sustainable management and enhancement of the state’s wildlife habitats and natural resources. Its core mission centers on ecological restoration, invasive species control, and the preservation of native wildlife populations through targeted land and water management. Strategic priorities include habitat rehabilitation, wildlife corridor maintenance, and the implementation of science-based conservation practices, with a strong emphasis on large-scale land treatment, forest health improvement, and infrastructure support for public wildlife management areas. Key programs focus on aerial seeding, vegetation management, erosion control, and the construction of wildlife water developments such as guzzlers and dike lines.
The agency frequently procures support activities for forestry, specialty trade contracting, and heavy civil engineering services to execute habitat restoration and land treatment projects. It routinely engages contractors for site preparation, mastication, cut-stump treatments, and the installation of structural elements like rock barriers and water infrastructure. Procurements are typically issued as competitive solicitations without set-asides, favoring performance-based contracts that emphasize ecological outcomes and technical precision.
Primary procurement targets include Support Activities for Forestry, Specialty Trade Contractors, and Industrial Truck and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing, reflecting a reliance on heavy equipment for vegetation management and remote-area logistics. The agency also sources janitorial and landscaping services for facility maintenance and engages environmental consultants for ecological assessments. Vendor relationships are driven by technical capability, equipment availability, and experience in ecological restoration rather than socioeconomic preferences.
Organized under Utah State Departments, the agency operates statewide across wildlife management areas, forests, and arid landscapes. It utilizes standard federal and state procurement vehicles for services and construction, relying on direct solicitations and task orders to meet urgent conservation needs. Its operations span remote and ecologically sensitive regions, requiring specialized contractors with expertise in low-impact, high-precision fieldwork.
