UNSPSC 81171600: Ecological science services

Ecological science is the study of the relationships living organisms have with each other and with their natural environment. Topics of interest to ecologists include the composition, distribution, amount or biomass, number, and changing states of organ

UNSPSC 81171600 Ecological science services is a Class code covering environmental investigation, monitoring, habitat restoration, and invasive species management work that state and local governments purchase on both standing and project-specific bases. State and local buyers use this code to solicit services ranging from short-term environmental compliance investigations and toxicity testing to multiyear habitat restoration, riparian recovery, and invasive species control across public lands, utilities, transportation networks, and coastal systems. The mix of issuing bodies is broad: state environmental protection and natural resources departments (Florida DEP, Illinois DNR, Washington DNR, Georgia DOT), regional transit and infrastructure authorities (Tampa Bay Water, Florida's Turnpike Enterprise), county parks and public works departments (Collier County, Coos County, Dorchester County), and special-purpose districts (Coos Soil and Water Conservation District) all solicit under this code. Florida appears as a consistent buyer, with recent opportunities from Tampa Bay Water for as-needed ecological services on a task-order basis, Florida's Turnpike Enterprise for gopher tortoise conservation recipient site management, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for invasive seagrass survey and removal.

Recent activity spans habitat restoration, invasive species management, environmental compliance and monitoring, and feasibility analysis. Tampa Bay Water posted an RFP for as-needed ecological services due November 13, 2026, seeking contractors with established reputation and documented experience for short-term environmental investigations and regulatory-compliance work. Dorchester County, South Carolina issued an IFB for Ashley River Scenic Blue Trail obstruction clearing due October 21, 2026, funded under FHWA with Davis-Bacon provisions, addressing waterway debris removal following Tropical Storm Debby. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources solicited hydrilla monitoring services for 2027–2028 due September 9, 2026, encompassing aquatic plant surveys at 314 sites, tuber monitoring, and inlet assessments across 70 acres under federal Great Lakes Restoration funding. Collier County, Florida posted a Quick Quote for Pelican Bay Clam Bay Mangrove Restoration due May 12, 2026, for installation of approximately 4,766 native coastal plants across 7 acres. Geographic spread includes Florida, Illinois, Georgia, Oregon, South Carolina, Colorado, and Washington, with Florida and Illinois showing the most recent concentration of postings. Opportunities reflect both immediate environmental response work (debris removal, invasive species eradication) and longer-term habitat enhancement and monitoring contracts spanning multiple years with renewal options.