Gopher Tortoise Relocation & Wildlife Protection

The contract requires the execution of pre-dredging surveys and the safe relocation of gopher tortoises and other protected wildlife from the designated project area, ensuring compliance with environmental protection protocols. This work is critical to mitigate ecological impact prior to dredging operations and demands specialized expertise in wildlife handling, habitat assessment, and regulatory adherence. The project is scoped as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the SBA, and falls under NAICS code 541620 for environmental consulting services. The solicitation was posted on April 29, 2026, with a firm response deadline of May 15, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time. Performance is to occur in the area with ZIP code 33931, and the contracting activity is managed by the Department of Defense under the W074 Endist Jacksnvlle organization.