Request for Proposals for Statewide Biological Services

The Texas Department of Transportation's Environmental Affairs Division is requesting proposals for statewide biological services, including surveys and assessments of protected species, analysis of stream modifications, and biological analysis to support the Endangered Species Act. The selected proposers will be awarded indefinite deliverable contracts with a maximum value of $2,000,000 each. The scope of work includes performing biological services required for transportation activities under federal and state statutes. Some key responsibilities include: • Surveys/assessments of protected species and/or habitat of protected species • Analysis of stream modifications and associated habitats • Biological analysis to support the ESA, section 7 consultation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service • Preparation of an ESA Biological Assessment or Evaluation or ESA section 10a permit • Biological analysis to support impact characterization including habitat and species surveys of migratory birds • Coordination with state and federal resource agencies, data mining from federal state or local entities, universities and/or other resources as necessary to complete the species/habitat assessment • Preparation of biology related sections for environmental documents including NEPA, habitat assessments and other biological support services.