ITB 2025-1100-0185 - ADF&G Harbor Porpoise Aerial Line-transect Surveys

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game’s Division of Wildlife Conservation is seeking qualified contractors to perform aerial line-transect surveys of harbor porpoises in southeastern Alaska. The project aims to gather data on harbor porpoise populations through aerial surveys, which will involve flying predetermined transect lines over specified areas to count and monitor the species. The contract is valued between $500,000 and $1,500,000, reflecting the scope and importance of the survey effort. Interested bidders are required to submit their proposals electronically by December 16, 2024, with further details available through the official solicitation link. This procurement emphasizes the importance of accurate and reliable data collection to support wildlife conservation efforts in Alaska. The contract will be managed by Eric Verrelli, the designated procurement officer, and is open to qualified organizations with expertise in aerial survey operations and marine mammal monitoring. The project underscores the state’s commitment to understanding and preserving marine biodiversity, particularly harbor porpoises, through systematic aerial survey methods.