Opportunity
California eProcure #C26554003
Avian Predator Specialist Services for Endangered Bird Management at Oceano Dunes SVRA
Posted
September 04, 2026
Respond By
September 30, 2026
Identifier
C26554003
NAICS
115210
This opportunity seeks avian predator specialist services to support endangered bird management at Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (ODSVRA) in San Luis Obispo County, California. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Parks & Recreation, Oceano Dunes District - Scope of Services: - Monitoring, trapping, banding, and relocating avian predators threatening Western Snowy Plover (WSP) and California Least Tern (CLT) - Coordination with ODSVRA staff, USDA Wildlife Services contractors, and other stakeholders - Preparation of biological reports, attendance at monthly meetings, and participation in training - Contractor must be available 24/7 during breeding seasons - Products/Equipment Required: - Trapping devices (bal-chatri, noose jackets, mist nets, etc.) - Lure animals for trapping - Smartphones and applications for field data collection - Notable Requirements: - Federal and state permits (USFWS depredation, California MOU, USGS banding) - Minimum 3 years relevant experience - Proficiency with trapping devices - Access to a 4x4 vehicle - Ability to respond onsite within 24 hours - Small business and disabled veteran business enterprise incentives - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified service providers.
Description
The Oceano Dunes District, State Parks in San Luis Obispo County is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide avian predator specialist services. The work involves trapping and relocating problem avian predators to support the management of Western Snowy Plover and California Least Tern during the 2027-2029 breeding seasons. The contractor will monitor predator activity, evaluate threats, live trap, band, and relocate predators, and coordinate with various stakeholders. The scope includes furnishing all necessary tools, labor, and transportation, with monitoring responsibilities covering approximately 5,000 acres.