Eastern Small-Footed Bat Population Trends And Risk Posed By White-Nose Syndrome At Emergent Rock Formations In Virginia

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has established an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) identified as CTR040673, specifically designed to support ecological research and wildlife survey initiatives. The master contract enables the procurement of specialized scientific services focused on wildlife population assessment, with a particular emphasis on small-footed bat surveys. The IDV facilitates comprehensive research projects that include funding for salaries, travel expenses, and necessary materials required to conduct targeted ecological investigations.

The master IDV is awarded to the Virginia Military Institute and will be administered by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. The contract's performance period spans from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, covering the Commonwealth of Virginia's geographic region. While specific contract-level value details are limited, the initial award under this IDV demonstrates the vehicle's intent to support state-level wildlife conservation and research efforts.

Under this IDV, a single contract award has been made to Virginia Military Institute for conducting small-footed bat surveys. The award, referenced as PO05041805, is valued at $9,960.00 and encompasses a comprehensive survey of small-footed bat populations. The contract represents a focused research initiative with a single line item, highlighting the precise and targeted nature of the wildlife management work to be performed. This award illustrates the IDV's capability to efficiently procure specialized scientific services for ecological research and conservation purposes.