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Biological Specialist / Wildlife Biologist

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Response Deadline12/09/2026, 04:00:00 PM MST

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This subcontract opportunity is for a Biological Specialist or Wildlife Biologist to support prime contractors on projects for the Department of the Interior's Reclamation Contracting Activity. The selected provider will be responsible for conducting Biological Assessments and Biological Evaluations to ensure strict compliance with the Endangered Species Act, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Key deliverables include the submission of detailed BA and BE reports based on data gathered through field surveys and biological sampling. Qualified candidates must possess a degree in wildlife biology or ecology or hold a professional biology certification. This opportunity is specifically set aside for SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Businesses under NAICS code 541620. The solicitation was posted on November 9, 2026, with a response deadline of December 9, 2026.

General Info

Biological Specialist for DOI projects; requires WOSB certification; deadline December 9, 2026.

Agency

Department Of The Interior → Reclamation Contracting Activity

NAICS

541620 - Environmental Consulting Services

Place of Performance

CO

Set-Aside

WOSB

Documents

This scope was carved out of 140R2026Q0112.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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ESA/ NEPA Compliance Support for Klamath Project A

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PostedNov 9

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Response DeadlineDec 9

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12/09/2026, 04:00:00 PM MSTin 29 days

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AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Reclamation Contracting Activity

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Reclamation Contracting Activity

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Performs biological evaluations and assessments for prime contractors on Bureau of Reclamation projects. Conducts Biological Assessments (BA) and Biological Evaluations (BE) to ensure compliance with the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA). Uses field survey equipment for biological sampling and observation. Requires professional biology certification or degree in wildlife biology/ecology. Delivers BA and BE reports.

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