Notice to Sole Source

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking a consultant to provide specialized monitoring services for the rough fish harvest in Ocklawaha River and St. Johns River Basins lakes. The consultant will be responsible for monitoring the gizzard shad harvest, collecting and recording fish data, and providing equipment such as boats, nets, and GPS units. The project is expected to last from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2029. • The consultant must have experience with gizzard shad harvest monitoring and familiarity with FWC permit requirements. • The consultant must provide equipment such as a 16-foot-long power boat, experimental gill nets, and a live tank. • The consultant must collect and record data on fish species, lengths, and weights. • The consultant must report data to the District and the FWC.