Nonlethal Wolf Hazing Operations

The contract entails field-based, nonlethal hazing operations targeting gray wolves to discourage them from approaching livestock and human-inhabited areas. Operations will rely on sustained pursuit techniques combined with the use of nonlethal projectiles to effectively deter wolf behavior without causing harm. This effort is designed to mitigate human-wildlife conflict while adhering to conservation and animal welfare standards. The work will be conducted in California under the jurisdiction of the Fish and Wildlife Headquarters, Administration Division based in Sacramento, aligning with state management priorities for wildlife and ranching interests. The contract is structured as a subcontract with the NAICS code 922120, indicating classification under governmental animal control and regulation activities. Although specific location details are not provided, the place of performance is limited to California, and the solicitation was posted on May 27, 2026, with a public link for further project information.