Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle monitoring and control

The State of Hawaii, Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife, is seeking a qualified vendor to support Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) monitoring and control efforts on Hawaii Island, with a primary focus in the Kona region. The project objectives include deploying and maintaining CRB pheromone traps, evaluating green waste sites for CRB risk, conducting public outreach and education, and responding to new detections or incidents. The vendor will be responsible for recording and reporting all data to the Big Island Invasive Species Committee (BIISC) for integration into the statewide CRB dashboard. The vendor must have experience in fieldwork in conservation and/or landscaping/nurseries, especially as it relates to invasive species management or entomology, and be able to work independently in rugged outdoor environments. • The project will provide training to the vendor on beetle trap maintenance and data collection as well as breeding site surveys. • The vendor must have a presence in the Kona area, such as an office or baseyard, to expedite rapid response to new CRB detections. • The vendor must have staffing presence in the Kona area and employ staff capable of physical labor, attention to detail, and ability to work in a collaborative environment with government agencies. • The contract length is 6 months.