FALL CHINOOK FISH PRODUCTION AT RINGOLD SPRINGS HATCHERY

The US Army Corps of Engineers intends to negotiate a sole-source award of a new contract with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife for fall Chinook fish production at Ringold Springs Hatchery. The work includes support and production of fall Chinook salmon within the Hanford Reach stretch of the Columbia River. This fish production satisfies a portion of USACE's mission in fulfilling mitigation obligations for The Dalles and John Day Dams. * The contract is for the production of fall Chinook salmon at Ringold Springs Hatchery. * The hatchery is located on the Hanford Reach of the Columbia River. * The contract is a sole-source award due to the unique ownership and use rights of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. * The contract is intended to fulfill mitigation obligations for The Dalles and John Day Dams. * The work includes acclimation and release of fall Chinook juveniles in the Columbia River.