B--Avian Flu Biological Sample Collection

The US Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 7 Alaska, plans to award a sole source contract to North Slope Borough, Alaska, for the collection of approximately 500 biological samples from migratory birds harvested by hunters in remote villages within the North Slope and Barrow regions. The collection process will follow proper safety precautions and include the gathering of necessary data alongside the samples. These biological samples will be securely stored until shipment is needed, and personnel involved in the collection will have the expertise to address human health concerns related to avian influenza. This procurement is a sole source award with no intention to accept competitive proposals. The contract, titled "B--Avian Flu Biological Sample Collection," was announced on March 22, 2006, with the award expected 15 days following the notice publication. The work is managed by the Department of the Interior’s Fish and Wildlife Service Headquarters located in Falls Church, Virginia. The project focuses specifically on avian flu biological sampling in a region that is crucial for monitoring migratory bird populations and potential human health risks.