Fund Management for Panther Payment for Ecosystem Services Program

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking a contractor to provide fund management services for the Panther Payment for Ecosystem Services Program. The program aims to encourage private landowners to maintain quality panther habitat on their land by providing payments. The contractor will be responsible for managing and disbursing funds to eligible applicants, as well as maintaining accurate records and filing financial paperwork. The contract will be for an initial term of one year, with the option to renew for up to one additional year. The estimated budget for the project is $960,000. • The contractor must have prior experience managing and disbursing funds for wildlife and/or habitat conservation programs. • The contractor must be able to establish and maintain a financial account for the life of the contract. • The contractor must be capable of disbursing funds to eligible program applicants via certified mailed check or ACH. • The contractor must provide monthly reports detailing disbursements. • The contractor must charge no more than an overhead multiplier/transaction fee of $0.10.