Bidwell John

Bidwell John, operating as Bidwell, is a veteran-owned small business sole proprietorship based in Easton, Maryland, specializing in aerial observation services for wildlife conservation and monitoring. Founded prior to 2011 (when it registered in SAM.gov), the company focuses on providing specialized aerial survey services primarily to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). As a small business with a specific expertise in wildlife monitoring, Bidwell John has established itself as a niche provider of critical environmental observation services, leveraging its ability to conduct detailed aerial surveys of various bird populations and habitats.

The company's federal contract awards consistently demonstrate its core competency in conducting aerial surveys for wildlife management, specifically focused on migratory bird populations. Bidwell John has performed numerous specialized surveys including Western Golden Eagle population monitoring, Bald Eagle nest occupancy surveys, waterfowl breeding surveys, and general migratory bird observations across multiple geographical regions. These contracts, predominantly awarded by the Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service, have been mostly designated as total small business set-asides, reflecting the company's veteran-owned small business status. The contract values have ranged from $2,750 to $44,125, with work performed in locations including Maryland, Maine, and other regions where migratory bird populations require scientific monitoring.

Bidwell John holds a significant single-award Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with the Fish and Wildlife Service Region 4, valued at $2,250,000 and running through July 31, 2032. This comprehensive BPA provides a flexible framework for on-demand aerial observer services, with individual task order calls limited to $250,000. The agreement allows the FWS to access Bidwell John's specialized aerial observation capabilities across various wildlife monitoring projects. Under this BPA, the company has already executed multiple task orders for migratory bird surveys, demonstrating its ongoing relationship with the agency and its ability to provide consistent, high-quality scientific observation services supporting wildlife conservation and regulatory monitoring efforts.