Bat Surveys ? Little Brown Myotis at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER)

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, is seeking a cooperative agreement to conduct bat surveys for the Little Brown Myotis species at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) in Alaska. The project involves deploying passive acoustic monitors to identify bat species presence and habitat use, conducting radio-tracking and pit tagging to identify roost sites, and providing information on seasonal use and behavior. The selected organization will be required to submit quarterly progress reports, a draft and final report, and provide all raw and processed data to the government. • The project has a base period of 18 months with two possible 18-month follow-on periods. • The total funding available for the project is approximately $66,000 for the base period, with potential additional funding for follow-on periods. • The project requires coordination with JBER Natural Resources Manager, AFCEC, and USACE Project Manager. • The selected organization must have experience in bat surveys, acoustic monitoring, and radio-tracking. • The project involves working in remote areas of JBER, requiring a 4x4 vehicle and appropriate safety equipment.