DESPAIN, KERRY, M

Despain, Kerry M. specializes in off-range corral operations and animal management services for wild equines, primarily focusing on the capture, holding, and long-term care of wild burros and horses under the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management programs. Their core capabilities include managing federally designated Off-Range Pastures (ORP) and Off-Range Corrals (ORC), implementing animal handling protocols compliant with federal wildlife standards, and executing option-year contract extensions for sustained operational continuity. Technical expertise encompasses equine health monitoring, pasture rotation planning, feed and water resource management, and deobligation of unused federal funds—all performed under strict adherence to BLM’s Wild Horse and Burro Program guidelines. Key differentiators include deep familiarity with seasonal animal movement patterns, experience in multi-year contract transitions, and proven ability to maintain operational readiness across extended option periods without disruption. The contractor has maintained a consistent, long-term relationship with the Department of the Interior, specifically supporting BLM’s wild equine management initiatives. Their work centers on sustaining safe, humane, and compliant holding facilities for animals removed from public lands, ensuring animal welfare while meeting federal environmental and animal care mandates. This recurring engagement reflects a trusted, mission-critical partnership built on reliability and regulatory compliance. The primary NAICS code, 115210—Support Activities for Animal Production—reflects a niche focus on non-traditional livestock management, distinguishing this contractor from conventional agricultural service providers. They operate within the federal wildlife conservation vertical, delivering specialized animal husbandry services tailored to federally protected species rather than commercial livestock. Despain, Kerry M. is structured as a sole proprietorship (Entity Code 2J) with no federal certifications on record. Based in Axtell, Utah, the business maintains a localized operational footprint optimized for managing remote corral sites in the Western U.S., positioning it as a regional specialist in federal wild equine support services.