Camp Crowder Mist-Net Bat Survey

The Missouri Army National Guard's Department of Public Safety (DPS-ARNG Environmental Division) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ23001773) for a comprehensive mist-net bat survey to be conducted at Camp Crowder in Newton County during the summer survey season from May 15 to August 15, 2023. The primary objective of this procurement is to conduct a detailed bat survey using mist-netting techniques, with an additional requirement for radio-tracking if any threatened or endangered bat species are captured during the survey. The contractor must strictly adhere to the 2022 Range-wide Indiana Bat and Northern Long-eared Bat Summer Survey Guidelines and complete all work within the specified timeframe. The solicitation was posted on January 26, 2023, with vendor responses due by February 4, 2023, at 10:00 AM CST. Vendors are required to submit their responses electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy if permitted. The RFQ includes several supporting documents, such as the Missouri Species of Conservation Concern Checklist, a project bid sheet, and a comprehensive project packet to guide potential contractors.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, indicating the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The RFQ does not provide an estimated total contract value or budget range, which suggests that pricing will be a key evaluation factor. Payment terms are defined as Net 30 Days, and the contract has no line items specified. No information is provided about funding sources or specific budgetary constraints. The contract will likely be awarded to the vendor who best demonstrates the capability to conduct the comprehensive bat survey according to the specified guidelines and requirements. Potential contractors should carefully review the detailed project packet and survey guidelines to ensure they can meet the technical and logistical specifications of the bat survey at Camp Crowder.