Description
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, is seeking statements of interest from eligible members of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program for a cooperative agreement to provide natural resources support at Travis Air Force Base, California. The selected recipient will provide on-site support for a large field project to implement the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) goals, involving species, habitat, wetlands, and floodplains support. The work will include tasks such as field surveys, reporting, coordination, document reviews, travel, and project management. The recipient will also be required to provide a qualified biologist with experience in California species, California ecosystem management, Endangered Species Act consultation processes, and Biological Opinions.
• The project will involve implementing conservation measures and reporting requirements under the Emergency Biological Opinion (EBO) issued by the USFWS.
• The recipient will be required to provide monthly progress reports, annual inventory reports, and other deliverables as specified in the statement of objectives.
• The recipient will also be required to attend monthly task order coordination meetings and other project-specific meetings as needed.
• The project will have a base period of 18 months, with the possibility of four 18-month follow-on periods.
• The recipient will be required to provide all necessary equipment, materials, and supplies to complete the work, including vehicles, laptops, and GIS equipment.