# Purchase Order #140FS126P0286

Bird Monitoring Surveys Contract for San Diego National Wildlife Refuge

**Buyer:** U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

**Award Amount:** $35,420.00
**Ceiling:** $186,760.00

**Awarded:** September 18, 2026
**Period of Performance:** Sep 18, 2026 - Sep 30, 2031

**Identifier:** 140FS126P0286
**NAICS:** 813312

This award is a purchase order type contract granted to Robert Patton to perform bird monitoring surveys at the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Robert Patton, an expert in environmental monitoring services, will conduct detailed avian population data collection, essential for maintaining ecosystem health and supporting conservation efforts in the region. The contract holds significant value for wildlife conservation agencies by providing critical data to inform habitat preservation and species protection strategies. The scope of work includes multi-year field surveys, comprehensive data analysis, and detailed reporting to aid ecological stewardship objectives. The contract was awarded through a competitive bidding process, ensuring transparency and optimal value for the agency. Spanning a five-year term starting in late 2026, this long-term agreement allows for continuous monitoring to detect temporal trends in bird populations, supporting adaptive management practices. The work is performed in Chula Vista, California, corresponding with the geographical focus of the refuge complex.

### Description

CA-SAN DIEGO NWR COMPLEX-BIRD MONITORING SURVEYS

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