Sole Source Notice - 2027 USFWS National Survey of Hunting, Fishing, and Wildlife Recreation

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking to partner with the National Opinion Research Center (NORC) for the collection and delivery of Oregon-specific data for the 2027 USFWS National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation. The survey will provide updated information on demographics, participation, and household expenditures for hunting, fishing, and wildlife-related recreation in Oregon. The project includes the administration of the survey, data collection, and the provision of a final weighted dataset, a report, and an accompanying slide deck. The estimated cost of the project is $124,000. • The project involves the collection of data on hunting, fishing, and wildlife-watching participation, demographics, and expenditures in Oregon. • The data will be used to analyze wildlife-associated recreation patterns and trends across states and to compare Oregon's numbers with the United States as a whole. • The project is expected to be completed by October 31, 2028, with the provision of the final weighted dataset, report, and slide deck. • The contractor will also provide access to analytic support from researchers at both NORC and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service through December 31, 2028.