26CRDWBKSMIT-0004 - Migratory Game Bird Stamp

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking a nonprofit organization to carry out habitat‑protection and wetland‑restoration projects focused on migratory game birds outside the United States. The award ceiling is approximately $35,000, funded from 15 % of the state’s migratory game‑bird stamp revenue for FY 2026. The contract must be signed by 30 June 2026 and all work completed by 30 June 2027. • Eligibility – nonprofit only; no for‑profit vendors. • Scope – protect or propagate migratory game birds, acquire/restore/maintain wetlands or upland habitats outside the U.S. (tasks include habitat protection, wetland restoration, upland restoration, and reporting). • Budget – fixed ceiling ≈ $35 K; bidders must state any early‑payment discounts (15‑day/30‑day). • Timeline – bid window 15 May 2026 – 5 June 2026; contract execution by 30 June 2026; project completion by 30 June 2027. • Submission – separate technical and cost proposal files; optional confidential‑information handling; follow IMPACS electronic submission procedures.