Wildlife Observer Contract

The contract is for the provision of wildlife observers to support the Leave No Trace program on Panama City Beach. The observers will be provided by Panama City Beach Turtle Watch, Inc. and will be responsible for protecting nesting and hatchling sea turtles from the activities of the removal crews. The contract includes a unit price of $132 per hour for the observers and a management fee of $184 per day. The total contract value is not to exceed $165,000. The contract duration is from April 15, 2025, to April 14, 2026. • The contract includes a scope of work that outlines the responsibilities of the vendor, including providing trained wildlife observers, marking nests, and reporting stranded wildlife. • The contract also includes provisions for termination, indemnification, and public records. • The vendor is required to comply with the Florida Public Records laws and to maintain records and documents related to the contract. • The contract includes a provision for the vendor to reimburse the county for any costs associated with the defense of any claims arising out of the contract.