Wetland Delineation and Jurisdictional Determination

The contract seeks qualified professionals to identify and map wetlands within the County of Butte, California, and perform official jurisdictional determinations to establish regulatory boundaries under the Clean Water Act. This work is critical for supporting Section 404 permitting processes, which govern the discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the United States, including wetlands. The successful bidder must have demonstrated expertise in wetland delineation, vegetation and soil analysis, and federal regulatory standards to ensure accurate and defensible determinations. All fieldwork and reporting must adhere to current federal and state guidelines, with deliverables that support lawful land development and environmental compliance. This is a subcontract opportunity with a NAICS code of 541620, indicating it falls under environmental consulting services. The response deadline is July 23, 2026, and the work will be performed within the jurisdiction of the County of Butte Public Works Department. While specific location details are not provided, performance is expected to occur across relevant sites within the county, requiring familiarity with regional hydrology, ecology, and regulatory frameworks. The contract does not specify set-aside status or point of contact information, so proposers should review the official posting for additional submission requirements and eligibility criteria.