Texas DIR/ESBD #26-1391

Freshwater Mussel Survey and Aquatic Species Relocation Services for Brazos River Authority

The Brazos River Authority (BRA) is seeking qualified firms to provide freshwater mussel survey and aquatic species relocation services to support environmental permitting and compliance for BRA operations across Texas. - Government Buyer: - Brazos River Authority (BRA), Purchasing Agent: Victor Venegas - Scope of Services: - Conduct freshwater mussel presence/absence surveys in streams, rivers, and reservoirs - Identify and quantify mussel species, provide population estimates, and perform photo documentation - Relocate freshwater mussels and other aquatic species as needed - Assist with permitting and regulatory compliance (USACE, TPWD, USFWS) - Prepare and submit all required regulatory documentation and GPS data - Expertise in underwater scientific diving (hookah and SCUBA) is required - Collaboration with BRA staff and contractors is emphasized - A Corporate Health and Safety Plan is required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - The contract term is one year with up to four one-year renewal options (potential five-year duration) - Participation from small, minority, women-owned, and historically underutilized businesses is encouraged

Description

The Brazos River Authority is seeking qualifications and proposals from qualified firms with expertise in freshwater mussel surveys and aquatic resource relocation in streams, rivers, and reservoirs. The scope includes conducting surveys to determine the presence or absence of freshwater mussel species, providing population estimates, assisting with permitting and approvals, performing relocations if necessary, and creating documentation for regulatory reporting. Underwater scientific dives are required. The firm will also assist with permitting, relocation, and reporting for non-mussel aquatic species.

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