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Holmgren Milkvetch Study: If your company or University is interested in receiving the Solicitation for this requirement, send contact information, to include BUSINESS SIZE to [email hidden] by no later than 5 August 2010, 10 am MT.

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The contract pertains to a research project focused on the Holmgren milk-vetch, a threatened plant species endemic to Washington County, Utah, and parts of Mohave County, Arizona. The objective is to conduct detailed studies on the species' seed bank dynamics, with an emphasis on understanding seed dispersal mechanisms and seed predation factors. This research aligns with recovery efforts outlined in federal action and recovery plans, aiming to provide critical data that will help determine seed viability and contribute to the species' conservation. Key tasks include analyzing how far seeds travel from parent plants, identifying dispersal vectors, and assessing predation rates both before and after seed dispersal, including identifying the main seed predators and their influence on seed loss and dispersal. The project requires a qualified entomologist who meets federal personnel standards in zoology or entomology, with specialized expertise in seed dispersal analysis and experience with federally listed plants in the region, particularly Astragalus holmgreniorum or similar species. Additionally, the researcher must be skilled in surveying threatened plants and have knowledge of seed predation processes. This solicitation was issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service headquarters within the Department of the Interior, with a deadline for interested parties to provide contact details by August 5, 2010. The research is critical for informing conservation strategies and aiding in the recovery of this threatened species.

General Info

Research on Holmgren milk-vetch seed dispersal, predation, recovery; requires entomologist expertise; U.S. Fish and Wildlife.

Agency

Department Of The Interior → Fws Headquarters

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

In accordance with the study requirements and locations. 80228 USA, VA

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NONE

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PostedAug 2

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Fws Headquarters

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OfficeFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22041, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Fws Headquarters

Office AddressFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22041, USA

ContactsNo contact information available

Full Description

We listed Holmgren milk-vetch (Astragalus holmgrenorium) as a threatened species on September 28, 2001 (66 FR 49560). The species is endemic to Washington County, Utah, and adjacent parts of Mohave County, Arizona. This project will provide information contributing to the recovery of Astragalus holmgreniorum as outlined in the Spotlight Species Action Plan and the Recovery Plan (USFWS 2006 & 2009). The objective is to conduct research with the purpose of providing critical information on two processes that are determining the size and quality of the seed bank. We require that the work be performed by a qualified entomologist with experience working with federally listed plant species in Washington County, Utah, and Mohave County, Arizona. The work will involve, but not be limited to studying seed dispersal as well as seed predation. The project will include studying and reporting distance seeds travel from parent plants and vectors for movement. The project will also include analyzing seed predation. The seed predation portion of the project should include, but not be limited to: rate at which seeds are lost to predators; determine important predators and their role in limiting the number of viable seeds as well as their role in dispersing seeds; an assessment of the predispersal seed predation; and an assessment of the postdispersal seed predation. Researcher(s) must meet U.S. Office of Personnel Management's Standards for either the Zoology Series (0410) or the Entomology Series (0414). Researcher(s) must also have specialized experience in the following: 1. Seed dispersal analysis, experience with Astragalus holmgrenorium or other threatened and endangered plant species in the vicinity of Astragalus holmgrenorium will be given preferential weight 2. Surveying and inventorying for threatened and endangered plant species in Utah3. Knowledge and experience observing and analyzing seed predation

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