Scent Detection Dog and Handler Team for Wildlife Surveys

The contract involves providing a trained scent detection dog along with a qualified handler to carry out field surveys focused on locating polar bear maternal dens in Arctic Alaska. The work demands operating in extremely cold and rugged conditions, highlighting the necessity for specialized skills and experience in both the dog-handler team and the environmental challenges they will face. The contract is managed by the Department of the Interior's Office of Acquisition Grants and is classified under NAICS code 561910, which pertains to support services. Issued as a subcontract opportunity, the contract was posted on June 10, 2026, with a response deadline of June 19, 2026. Although specific location details within Alaska and administrative contacts are not provided, the nature of the task underscores the need for precision, careful handling, and expertise in wildlife detection to support conservation efforts and ensure the protection of polar bear populations in their natural habitats.