Wildlife Connectivity Fencing Modifications

The Wildlife Conservation Board is preparing to implement a habitat connectivity initiative focused on improving wildlife movement across critical landscapes in Tulelake, California, by modifying approximately 63 miles of existing fencing. This effort will involve removing 12 miles of woven-wire fencing entirely and retrofitting 51 miles of four- and five-strand barbed-wire fencing to meet wildlife-friendly design standards, reducing barriers to big game migration and enhancing ecosystem connectivity. The project is identified by WCB Project Tracker ID 2025106 and is currently in the forecasting stage, with the solicitation notice posted on June 9, 2026. All work will be conducted in accordance with state conservation goals and will directly support the long-term health of native wildlife populations in the region. Rebecca Fris, Deputy Executive Director at the Wildlife Conservation Board, serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries and project coordination, with her details listed as the official liaison. The initiative remains under the authority of the California-based agency, with no indication of federal involvement, set-aside provisions, or NAICS classification at this time. While no formal solicitation number or procurement type has been released yet, interested parties are encouraged to monitor the official project link for future updates, as this effort represents a targeted commitment to ecological resilience through infrastructure adaptation in a key wildlife corridor.