Little Wannagan Juniper Reduction Archeological Survey

The USDA Forest Service is seeking a qualified small‑business firm to conduct a complete cultural‑resource inventory for the Little Wannagan Juniper Project (≈4,000 acres) within the Dakota Prairie Grasslands. The work includes a Class I background inventory, a Class III field survey with limited shovel testing, and the preparation of a final report with GIS shapefiles. The contractor must hold an annual ARPA permit, meet 36 CFR Part 61 qualifications, and coordinate with the District Archaeologist and North Dakota SHPO. Deliverables are due by April 1 2027, with field work completed by late October 2026. • Perform desk‑based research and produce a draft Class I inventory for review. • Conduct pedestrian survey and limited shovel testing across the project area, following ND SHPO guidelines. • Submit a 100 % draft report (March 15 2027) and final report with printed copy and digital GIS layers (April 1 2027). • Provide all required resumes, ARPA permit documentation, and ensure compliance with federal archaeological standards.