PSA: USDA (2025 Contract)

This contract is for a cooperative service agreement between the City of Lebanon and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for wildlife services to reduce on-site conflicts and potential off-site hazards to air traffic associated with gulls and other bird populations using the Lebanon Solid Waste Landfill. The services include integrated gull harassment and monitoring, bird management activities, and wildlife hazard monitoring. The contract has a budget of $118,076.77 and is effective from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. • The contract involves the use of an Integrated Wildlife Damage Management (IWDM) approach. • The City of Lebanon is responsible for designating an authorized representative and authorizing APHIS-WS to conduct direct control activities. • APHIS-WS is responsible for conducting activities, providing qualified personnel, and administering the field control program. • The contract includes a non-exclusive service clause, allowing APHIS-WS to enter into separate agreements with other organizations. • The contract is subject to congressional restrictions and laws and regulations, including the National Environmental Policy Act and the Endangered Species Act.