Furbearer Aging Analysis

The Furbearer Aging Analysis IDV provides specialized analytical and research services related to the examination and determination of age characteristics in furbearer populations. This contract vehicle enables procuring organizations to access scientific expertise and laboratory capabilities necessary for conducting aging assessments on various furbearer species. The services available under this master IDV are designed to support wildlife management, biological research, and related governmental functions that require accurate age determination data for furbearer specimens.

The prime contractor for this IDV is the Board of Trustees of Michigan State University, a recognized research institution providing scientific expertise in wildlife biology and related disciplines. The contracting organization is the State of Michigan, with the contract established to provide statewide coverage. The IDV was awarded on August 10, 2026, with a completion date of January 1, 1970. This contract vehicle operates under a state and local contract arrangement, allowing authorized Michigan entities to access furbearer aging analysis services through the established master agreement rather than executing individual contracts for these specialized analytical services.