Rio Grande Silvery Minnow Spawning Monitoring in River Channel

The contract involves conducting detailed field monitoring of the Rio Grande Silvery Minnow's spawning activity within the main river channel. This work includes performing site surveys and collecting environmental data to support the understanding and protection of the species' spawning habitats. The contract is structured as a subcontract designated as a total small business set-aside under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR 19.5), ensuring participation by small businesses. Issued by the Department of the Interior’s Upper Colorado Regional Office, this contract falls under the NAICS code 541620, which pertains to environmental consulting services. Although specific location details for the place of performance are not provided, the focus is clearly on riverine environments suitable for the Rio Grande Silvery Minnow. The contract underscores the agency’s commitment to environmental stewardship by studying a key endangered species in the region.