Historical Research and Archival Documentation

The contract requires comprehensive historical research to document the 25-year history of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, utilizing archival materials, government records, and public documents to construct a structured and cohesive narrative. The work demands meticulous analysis of primary and secondary sources to accurately trace the refuge’s development, key milestones, stakeholders, and ecological significance over time, ensuring the final product is both scholarly and accessible. The contractor must deliver a well-organized account that reflects the refuge’s evolution within broader environmental and policy contexts. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under NAICS code 541611, awarded by the Department of the Interior through Sat Team 2 FWS, with responses due by June 11, 2026. The effort is not tied to a specific geographic location for performance, but the research must center on the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge. Participation is restricted to businesses certified as small under SBA guidelines, and the work will involve extensive engagement with historical and conservation records to produce a final deliverable that meets federal standards for accuracy and narrative clarity.