Design and implementation of sampling of Bog Turtles for project 2, lead project 4, and assist…

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources awarded a contract to Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy Inc. (ARC) on June 8, 2026, with a cumulative value of $229,999.98. The prime contractor will design and implement sampling protocols for Bog Turtles across multiple project phases, including leading project 4 and providing technical assistance on project 5. The contract encompasses direct labor costs, travel expenses, and materials necessary to execute the sampling initiative.

ARC will also engage Defenders of Wildlife as a subcontractor to support contract performance. The specific locations of performance and the contract period are not identified in the award documentation provided. The deliverables are structured as a single line item valued at $229,999.98 and are measured in terms of one complete service package rather than as discrete units.