Opportunity
Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-26-1020-DCRCU-DC250-127431
Wildlife Capture and Sampling Services for Common Loons in Massachusetts
Posted
April 06, 2026
Respond By
May 01, 2026
Identifier
BD-26-1020-DCRCU-DC250-127431
NAICS
114210
This opportunity seeks specialized wildlife services for the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), focusing on Common Loon research and conservation: - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), Contracts Unit - Division of Water Supply Protection (DCR-DWSP) - Products/Services Requested: - Live-capture, safe handling, leg banding, and tissue sampling of Common Loons (Gavia immer) - Activities to be performed on reservoirs, lakes, and ponds managed by DCR-DWSP - Single contract line item covering all required activities - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Expertise in wildlife capture, handling, and sampling, specifically for Common Loons - Compliance with DCR-DWSP protocols and standards - Eligible for Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation - Attachments include response forms, evaluation criteria, and business reference documents
Description
This solicitation is for the live-capture, handling, leg banding, and tissue sampling of Common Loons (Gavia immer) breeding on reservoirs, lakes, and ponds managed by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Division of Water Supply Protection. The contract involves safe live-capture, handling, leg banding, and collection of tissue samples from these birds. The work is to be performed in Massachusetts and is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. The bid deadline is May 1, 2026.