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Field Research Specialist / Ecosystem Data Collection

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Response Deadline11/30/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity with the US Geological Survey under the Department of the Interior seeks a Field Research Specialist to perform scientific data collection and sampling for Great Basin Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit projects. The selected contractor will be responsible for executing field techniques, conducting site visits, and utilizing GPS, GIS, and monitoring hardware to produce quantitative ecosystem descriptions. Key deliverables include the submission of raw field data, detailed site logs, and quantitative observations. Qualified candidates must possess demonstrated field research experience and provide a biographical sketch of citable products. The solicitation was posted on October 30, 2026, with a response deadline of November 30, 2026. This requirement falls under NAICS code 541715 and involves supporting prime contractors in the gathering of critical environmental data.

General Info

USGS seeks Field Research Specialist for Great Basin ecosystem data collection and sampling.

Agency

Department Of The Interior → US Geological Survey

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Not specified

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of G27AS00044.

The full solicitation package (5 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with Great Basin Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit

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PostedOct 30

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Response DeadlineNov 30

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11/30/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin about 1 month

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AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → US Geological Survey

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Department Of The Interior → US Geological Survey

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Performs field-based scientific data collection and sampling for prime contractors on USGS Great Basin Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit projects. Executes field techniques, conducts site visits, and utilizes GPS/GIS equipment and monitoring hardware to gather quantitative ecosystem descriptions. Requires demonstrated field research experience and a biographical sketch of citable products. Delivers raw field data, site logs, and quantitative observations.

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