Avian/Bird Protection Survey and Monitoring

The contract requires the performance of pre-construction avian surveys within 500 feet of each pole location to identify active nests of protected bird species, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The surveys must be conducted by qualified personnel capable of accurately detecting nesting activity during critical breeding periods, with the intent of avoiding or minimizing harm to protected avian populations. Should active nests be found, immediate implementation of defined bird protection Best Management Practices is mandatory to safeguard nesting birds, including temporary work halts, buffer zones, and relocation protocols if permitted and feasible. The work is scoped as a subcontract under Caltrans District 7 in Los Angeles with a place of performance in Camarillo, California, and falls under NAICS code 541620 for environmental consulting services. All activities must align with state and federal wildlife protection laws, and the contractor is responsible for documenting survey findings and BMP implementation accurately. The contract is set to be posted on July 17, 2026, and any response or execution must be prepared to meet the environmental and logistical requirements specific to the region’s avian habitat and seasonal breeding patterns.