Wetlands and Aquatic Resources Technical Support

The Environmental Protection Agency’s Tribal & Science Division Water is seeking qualified small businesses to provide technical support for wetlands and aquatic resources through the Wetlands and Aquatic Resources Technical Support 4 contract, solicited under number 68HERW26R0034. This is a total small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses certified under the Small Business Administration’s guidelines may submit proposals, with the NAICS code 541620 indicating the work falls under environmental consulting services. The solicitation was posted on July 13, 2026, and responses are due by August 13, 2026, with all work to be performed under the oversight of the EPA office located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The contract aims to deliver expert scientific and technical assistance related to wetland preservation, aquatic ecosystem protection, and regulatory compliance across tribal and federal domains. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Keith Pfeffer, reachable via email at Pfeffer.Keith@epa.gov or by phone at 513-487-2034. While no specific place of performance has been designated, work is expected to support the agency’s mission nationwide, requiring flexibility in addressing diverse environmental challenges across regions. Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate proven experience in ecological science, regulatory frameworks, and field-based data collection relevant to aquatic resources. The opportunity is accessible through the SAM.gov portal, and interested entities are encouraged to review all solicitation materials closely to ensure full compliance with submission requirements and technical specifications.