Climbing and Trapping Services for Golden and Bald Eagles

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is requesting proposals for climbing and trapping services to support Bald and Golden Eagle monitoring and research programs, with proposals due October 9, 2026.

The scope includes assistance with trapping, banding, sample collection, and climbing of Bald Eagle nests across Virginia. Work will support the Nongame Bird Projects Coordinator's ongoing monitoring and research activities. The solicitation document specifies technical requirements for personnel qualifications and safety protocols necessary for nest climbing and wildlife trapping operations, though the specific qualifications and certifications are detailed within the full RFP.

The complete RFP document (128508_Climbing and Trapping Services for Eagles_Final.pdf, 2MB) contains details on compensation structures, contract duration, renewal options, evaluation criteria, and any applicable set-asides or preferences. Interested contractors should review the full solicitation for submission deadlines, site visit opportunities, pre-bid conference details, and other procedural requirements.