B--Notice of Intent to Award - Idaho Bird Observatory Report to Boise State University

NOTICE OF INTENT - This requirement is for follow on to existing requirement with Boise State University, 1910 University Drive, Idaho Bird Observatory, Department of Biology, Attention: Gregory S. Kaltenecker, Boise, Idaho 83725-1247 to furnish report on Idaho Bird Observatory with a base year period and four (4) option years. The Idaho Bird Observatory (IBO) is a Boise State University Academic Research Program. The IBO's mission is to contribute to the conservation of western migratory landbirds through cooperative research and public education. The IBO's longest-running research and education effort is a fall migration project located on the Boise Ridge. The Boise Ridge is one of only a few known sites where great numbers of diurnal raptors, songbirds, and forest owls concentrate during fall migration. This site presents a unique opportunity to study the migration biology of many different kinds of birds in one locality. Studies have identified important habitats used by migrants, breeding and wintering areas, and will contribute to long-term population monitoring. The site offers a unique opportunity for wildlife viewing. Hundreds of visitors each year travel to IBO research sites to view songbirds, raptors, and forest owls. An established community volunteer program to provide the public with opportunities to participate in IBO programs. All standardized migration monitoring projects continued during fall 2006. The main objective of this project is to continue long-term research activities designed to gather important information about western migratory bird species. High priority also is given to promoting public wildlife viewing, environmental education and community volunteer programs. This synopsis is not to be considered a request for quotations or proposals. This determination of the Government not to open subject requirement to full and open competition was made IAW FAR 6.302-1. No offers received in response to this notice but offers will be used to determine if a comparable source is available.