A--Reddish Egrets Research

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) intend to negotiate a noncompetitive contract with Texas State University. This procurement is to determine the breeding status and distribution of Reddish Egrets in Florida/Bahaman Islands and along the Gulf coast from Texas to Yucatan Peninsula (Mexico). Identify the key colonies in Florida/Bahaman Islands and Texas/Mexico for Reddish Egrets. Estimate juvenile survival, juvenile post-breeding dispersal and adult survival of Reddish Egrets through initiation of long-term banding/color tagging program. A determination not to compete this proposed contract has been made Pursuant to 41 U.S. C. 253(c)(3), as implemented by 6.302-3, this requirement has been justified and approved in accordance with FAR 6.303-1 and FAR 6.304. THIS NOTICE IS NEITHER A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION OR A SOLICITATION OF OFFERS. All inquires and concerns must be addressed in writing to the facsimile number stated herein, Attn: Lewis Boggan. Responses to this notice must be received by 22 February 2007. If no responses are received, an award will be made to Texas State University. Please include your company name, point of contact, address, telephone and facsimile number. Telephone requests will not be accepted. Requests can be faxed to (404)679-4057 or emailed to [email protected].