Federal Register #FWSR2ES20261387

Permit Applications for Endangered Species Research and Conservation Activities – Public Comment Requested

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, under the Department of the Interior, is seeking public comment on permit applications for scientific research and conservation activities targeting endangered and threatened species across the Southwest and neighboring states. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Southwest Region (Department of the Interior) - Applicants and Vendors: - Jacobs Engineering Group - Tetra Tech Inc. - San Antonio Zoo - U.S. Department of Agriculture (Coronado National Forest) - U.S. Forest Service - Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum - HDR Engineering Inc. - Additional universities, government agencies, and environmental consulting firms - Products/Services Requested: - Scientific research and conservation services for endangered and threatened species - Activities include presence/absence surveys, nest monitoring, capture, handling, bio-sampling, captive propagation, salvage, seed and vegetative collection, educational display, e-DNA analysis, and habitat restoration - No specific part numbers or quantities; services are project- and species-specific - Notable Requirements: - Permits are required under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) for activities that may impact listed species - Public comment is required before permits are issued; comments should be supported by quantitative data or studies - Activities span a wide range of species, including black-footed ferret, southwestern willow flycatcher, ocelot, golden-cheeked warbler, various endangered fish and amphibians, and more - Work will be performed across multiple states and federal facilities, including national forests and biological science centers

Description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service invites public comments on applications for permits to conduct scientific research aimed at promoting conservation and recovery of endangered species. These permits are required under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) to authorize activities that may impact endangered species. The notice details the receipt of permit applications and requests comments before permits are issued. Comments must be submitted by July 1, 2026.

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