Federal Register #USGS-ECO-2026-0001

USGS Public Data Collection Renewal and BLM Land Sale in Arizona

This opportunity involves two distinct Department of the Interior actions: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS): - Seeks to renew an information collection for Alaska Beak Deformity Observations - Requests voluntary public reports of birds with beak deformities to support avian research - No OEMs or vendors are involved; this is not a procurement of goods or services - No products, part numbers, or quantities are specified - Unique aspect: Relies on public participation to gather scientific data - Bureau of Land Management (BLM): - Proposes a direct sale of 640 acres of public land in La Paz County, Arizona, to 174 Power Global, LLC - Sale excludes mineral rights and is intended to resolve management challenges and promote economic development - Aligns with BLM resource management plans - Locations: - USGS activity is research-focused and not tied to a specific federal facility - BLM land sale concerns La Paz County, Arizona - Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is mentioned but not directly relevant to the procurement actions

Description

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is proposing to renew an information collection related to ongoing research on beak deformities in North American birds, particularly in Alaska. The public is invited to provide observation reports of birds exhibiting deformities, which helps researchers track the geographical distribution and affected species. This data collection supports understanding the scope and impact of the deformities, which are believed to be caused by a virus. Personal contact information is requested but not required, and is used solely for follow-up purposes.

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