Vegetation and Bird Diversity Monitoring for Habitat Management

This contract seeks to implement a monitoring project focused on assessing vegetation structure, vegetation composition, and the diversity and abundance of both shorebirds and wading birds over time. The monitoring results will be used to guide habitat management decisions, ensuring that environmental efforts are data-driven and effective. The project is solicited by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is categorized under NAICS code 561320, which pertains to temporary help services. The work will be performed in Jackson, Mississippi, with Regina Cochran designated as the primary point of contact. The solicitation was posted on January 14, 2026, with a response deadline set for February 26, 2026. Although no specific set-aside type is identified, the project falls within the purview of state and local government agencies (SLED). This initiative underscores a commitment to ecological monitoring and conservation efforts in the region, with a focus on maintaining and improving critical habitat components by tracking key environmental indicators such as plant community dynamics and bird populations.