Conservation Assessment of the Plethodon Wehrlei Complex in Southwest Virginia

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) CTR037069 is designed to support specialized research, conservation, and wildlife management services through Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). The contract enables the procurement of comprehensive wildlife research, ecological assessments, habitat restoration planning, and scientific studies focused on enhancing wildlife conservation efforts within Virginia. This IDV provides a flexible mechanism for DWR to obtain targeted scientific and technical services as needed, supporting critical environmental and wildlife management initiatives.

The master contract is awarded to Virginia Tech as the prime contractor, with a performance period from February 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. The IDV covers the Commonwealth of Virginia and is structured to allow the Department of Wildlife Resources to efficiently engage scientific expertise and research capabilities through a pre-negotiated agreement. While specific contract value details are not provided, the IDV represents a strategic partnership between the state wildlife agency and a leading research institution to advance wildlife conservation and management objectives through structured, on-demand professional services.