Botanical and Plant Taxonomy Analysis

This contract seeks expert botanical and plant taxonomy support to identify and classify field-collected plant samples, with a focused emphasis on Montana’s native flora and the distinction between native species and noxious weeds. The work requires specialized knowledge in plant identification techniques, taxonomic classification, and field-based analysis to support accurate reporting and decision-making related to invasive species management. The requirement is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, ensuring participation by small businesses certified under SBA guidelines, and falls under NAICS code 541620 for other scientific and technical consulting services. The solicitation was posted on July 1, 2026, with proposals due by July 14, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Agriculture through its FPAC Business Center Acquisition Division. While specific location details for performance are not listed, the scope implies fieldwork and laboratory analysis centered within Montana. The absence of a point of contact and place-of-performance details suggests that proposers must infer operational requirements from the stated focus on Montana’s botanical environment. All offerors must be small businesses eligible under the SBA’s set-aside provisions, and technical submissions are expected to demonstrate proven competency in plant taxonomy and experience with regional flora and noxious weed differentiation.