Wildlife RFPs

This entry is a Louisiana state contract (No. 4400028188) titled “Live Triploid Grass Carp for LDWF” to provide live triploid (sterile) grass carp to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. The prime vendor listed is KEO FISH FARM INC and the contract is effective from 2023-10-10 through 2026-09-30, as recorded on the State of Louisiana procurement portal. The buyer-managed contract page shows contract details and buyer contact information but contains no attached solicitation PDF and does not appear to be an open solicitation for competitive bidding.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is soliciting proposals to reconstruct and improve approximately 425 linear feet of access and safety trails within the Iguaca Aviary located in El Yunque National Forest. The work includes assessing existing trail conditions, repairing culverts and drainage features, constructing/reconstructing trail steps and erosion-control measures, and supplying all labor, equipment, tools, transportation, and materials needed. The project is expected to be completed in about 153 days and the contractor must maintain scheduling flexibility to accommodate ongoing aviary operations.

This entry is a Louisiana state contract (No. 4400028188) titled “Live Triploid Grass Carp for LDWF” to provide live triploid (sterile) grass carp to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. The prime vendor listed is KEO FISH FARM INC and the contract is effective from 2023-10-10 through 2026-09-30, as recorded on the State of Louisiana procurement portal. The buyer-managed contract page shows contract details and buyer contact information but contains no attached solicitation PDF and does not appear to be an open solicitation for competitive bidding.

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is soliciting a contract for the annual supply, exchange, refill, and replacement of DOT-compliant 20-pound propane cylinders used for airfield wildlife hazard management. The contract is for a three-year period, anticipates approximately 36 exchanged 20-pound cylinders annually, requires deliveries within 24 hours on weekdays, and mandates compliance with federal, state, and local safety and handling regulations. The solicitation (Solicitation No.2234) was posted in mid-July 2026 and has a response deadline of July 31, 2026.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is soliciting proposals/IFB responses for refuse and trash collection, removal, and disposal services at Cedar Hill State Park in Cedar Hill, TX. The solicitation (IFB 802-27-79193) specifies service requirements, permits/licenses, safety and insurance rules, required exhibits (company profile and past projects/references), and a project duration of 24 months. Responses are due 7/28/2026 at 2:00 PM and the posted contact is Vanessa Contreras (Vanessa.Contreras@tpwd.texas.gov).

The State of California, through the Department of Fish and Wildlife, is seeking approximately 13,902 net usable square feet of laboratory space (with required parking) located in Sacramento or Yolo County. Property owners or authorized agents must submit offers that meet asbestos‑free, seismic, ADA, California Building Code and Title 24 requirements, include DVBE compliance, and preference is given to facilities with LEED or Energy Star certification. Submissions must include the property address, a site map, and the project number and be delivered to the designated contact by the response deadline of July 27, 2026.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is soliciting the purchase of a Smith-Root SR-16HX APEX Electrofishing Boat to replace an aging 1998 model, issued as a sole source acquisition with a budgeted amount of $126,421.70. The solicitation specifies boat features (16'8" length, 80" beam), custom-formed chine, closed-cell marine-grade flotation foam, watertight finish, integrated captain's console, a programmable electrofishing system, and an included trailer. The notice allows other vendors to challenge the sole‑source status and the solicitation closes on 2026-07-17.

The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife is soliciting bids (Invitation for Bid DQ1-PMAA-2027000012-1) for the Juniper Road Chip Seal project at Lake Pueblo State Park to perform crack filling and chip sealing of approximately one mile of Juniper Road. The work includes crack filling, chip sealing, traffic control, environmental/stormwater protections, and compliance with Colorado Department of Transportation standards; the estimated project budget is $225,000–$275,000. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 2026-07-23, and bids close on 2026-07-31.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is soliciting bids for the purchase of alligator harvest tags for use on various state parks and public lands. The contract covers the supply of CITES alligator tags needed to support the state's 2026 alligator harvest programs, including the commercial lottery hunts on WMAs, public lakes, USACE properties, and refuges. Bid pricing for any contract renewal years will be adjusted using the CPI-W index for Houston, Texas, as published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, averaged over six preceding twelve-month periods.

The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks is soliciting proposals for a modern, customer-centric technology solution that combines an outdoor recreation licensing system, a recreation access and user-management platform, and a hunter/angler survey and reporting tool. The contractor will design, implement, and maintain the solution over a ten-year period, including software licensing, subscription fees, transaction processing, and ongoing support. Key requirements include a web-based licensing application, a user-management portal with payment processing, and a survey/reporting module, with a contact at the agency for proposal inquiries.

The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks is soliciting proposals for a modern, customer-centric technology solution that combines an outdoor recreation licensing system, a recreation access and user-management platform, and a hunter/angler survey and reporting tool. The contractor will design, implement, and maintain the solution over a ten-year period, including software licensing, subscription fees, transaction processing, and ongoing support. Key requirements include a web-based licensing application, a user-management portal with payment processing, and a survey/reporting module, with a contact at the agency for proposal inquiries.

Pinellas County, on behalf of the St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), is soliciting bids for Phase 2 of an airport perimeter fence reconstruction project. The work involves removing existing vulnerable fencing and gates and replacing them with 8-foot tall prefabricated, non-scalable fencing topped with razor wire and a wildlife deterrent skirt at the base, matching the Phase 1 system. This is a formal Invitation to Bid (ITB-C) construction contract, with qualification submissions due August 6, 2026 and full bid submissions due August 20, 2026.

The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife is soliciting bids for removal, construction, and repair of fencing at the North Michigan and Canadian River Campgrounds in State Forest State Park. The work includes mobilization, removal of existing fence, installation of new buck & rail and 4‑strand wire fencing, and related site access/traffic/excavation controls; the contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, insurance, and a project schedule. The project is scheduled for completion within 90 days from Notice to Proceed, with a projected award date in early August 2026.

The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife is soliciting bids (Invitation for Bid DQ1-PMAA-2027000012-1) for the Juniper Road Chip Seal project at Lake Pueblo State Park to perform crack filling and chip sealing of approximately one mile of Juniper Road. The work includes crack filling, chip sealing, traffic control, environmental/stormwater protections, and compliance with Colorado Department of Transportation standards; the estimated project budget is $225,000–$275,000. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 2026-07-23, and bids close on 2026-07-31.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is soliciting contractors to stabilize and protect existing wetland embankments at multiple wildlife areas across Ohio, including work such as mowing, mulching, grubbing vegetation under 5" DBH, installing geotextile fabric, placing riprap/limestone aggregate, and restoring access routes. The solicitation requires attendance at a mandatory virtual pre-bid conference (July 7, 2026) and electronic bid submission; questions are due July 10, 2026. Bids are due July 17, 2026 and bidders must be registered in the OhioBuys supplier portal to view/download official solicitation documents.

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is soliciting bids for the sale of surplus fall Chinook and Coho salmon carcasses produced at its hatcheries during the 2026 contract period (May–September 2026). The Invitation to Bid (ITB) requires bidders to purchase the entire production of surplus carcasses fit for human consumption, with contract renewal-year pricing tied to the BLS Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) for Houston, Texas. The OregonBuys bidding record S-63500-00016337 details the solicitation and remains the official source for bid submission.

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is soliciting bids for the sale of surplus fall Chinook and Coho salmon carcasses produced at its hatcheries during the 2026 contract period (May–September 2026). The Invitation to Bid (ITB) requires bidders to purchase the entire production of surplus carcasses fit for human consumption, with contract renewal-year pricing tied to the BLS Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) for Houston, Texas. The OregonBuys bidding record S-63500-00016337 details the solicitation and remains the official source for bid submission.

This solicitation requests bids to remove trees and replace approximately 12.4 miles of fence in the Preparation Canyon Unit, Loess Hills State Forest in Monona County. The replacement fence will use a wildlife-friendly design and be constructed of metal components to improve resistance to seasonal prescribed burning; project documents (plans, specs, proposal forms, addenda) are available via the buyer's planroom provider (Beeline & Blue). Bids are due 7/23/2026 at 11:00 AM local (Central) time; procurement questions and submission instructions are managed by the Iowa DNR (contact: Darin Galbraith, Procurement Specialist).

This solicitation requests bids to remove trees and replace approximately 12.4 miles of fence in the Preparation Canyon Unit, Loess Hills State Forest in Monona County. The replacement fence will use a wildlife-friendly design and be constructed of metal components to improve resistance to seasonal prescribed burning; project documents (plans, specs, proposal forms, addenda) are available via the buyer's planroom provider (Beeline & Blue). Bids are due 7/23/2026 at 11:00 AM local (Central) time; procurement questions and submission instructions are managed by the Iowa DNR (contact: Darin Galbraith, Procurement Specialist).

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (Division of Wildlife) requests bids for a comprehensive exterior renovation of the White Birch storage building located at 993 Goodyear Park Blvd, Mogadore, OH. Work includes replacing the roof with metal roofing, applying metal siding, installing four new 12-ft garage doors, constructing a concrete apron, adding bollards, replacing or abandoning exterior doors, and providing attic stair access; a site visit is required. The solicitation (ID SRC0000040256) opened 2026-07-06, has questions due 2026-07-29, and closes 2026-08-03.