International Institute of Tropical Forestry (IITF) Technical Support Services

The contractor will deliver technical support to the FHP program manager by coordinating, executing, and reporting on field monitoring activities across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with a focus on regional flora, fauna, ecosystems, and both protected and private forest areas. The role demands specialized knowledge of the U.S. Caribbean’s natural environments and the ecosystem services these forests provide, requiring on-the-ground assessments combined with thorough desk research to analyze forest health trends. The contractor is responsible for producing detailed written and oral reports that synthesize findings and communicate critical insights to stakeholders. This effort is awarded under the solicitation number 127EAV26P0021 through the International Institute of Tropical Forestry Technical Support Services, with the award issued as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541690. The contracting office is the Department of Agriculture’s Region 3 Southwestern Regional Office based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, while all performance activities will occur in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Primary point of contact for the contract is David Watson, reachable via email and phone provided, with the award officially posted on July 1, 2026.