Rare Plant and Lichen Field Survey Services

This contract involves conducting detailed botanical surveys within the Superior National Forest, focusing specifically on identifying and documenting rare vascular plants and lichens. The work will require on-the-ground field efforts to accurately record these species, contributing to conservation and management efforts in the area. The contract is a subcontract opportunity designated as a total small business set-aside under the SBA, adhering to FAR 19.5 regulations, thereby exclusively targeting small businesses for participation. The solicitation for this subcontract was posted by the Department of Agriculture’s Csa East 1 Usda-fs office on May 7, 2026, with responses due by May 20, 2026. The primary place of performance for the field surveys will be in or near Duluth, with a ZIP code of 55808. The NAICS code applicable to this contract is 541620, which relates to environmental consulting services. This opportunity emphasizes ecological responsibility and supports small business engagement in environmental science and natural resource management.