Wildlife Livestock Trapping and Gathering Services

The contract seeks services for the humane, non-helicopter-assisted gathering of wild horses using methods such as bait traps, water traps, trigger or trip gates, and behavioral techniques, all in strict adherence to U.S. Forest Service protocols. The work is focused on capturing and managing wild horse populations in a manner that prioritizes animal welfare and environmental compliance, ensuring minimal stress and harm to the animals during the process. The methods specified require skilled personnel familiar with equine behavior and landscape conditions to execute effective and ethical operations. This subcontract is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBA program, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid, and the North American Industry Classification System code 213112 applies to support activities for mining. The opportunity was posted on June 17, 2026, with responses due by July 1, 2026, at 11:00 PM. The primary place of performance is Springerville, Arizona, 85938, under the oversight of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service, specifically the CSA Southwest 5 office. The contract does not include detailed point of contact information, and all activities must comply with federal regulations governing wildlife management and subcontractor performance.