Virginia Department Of Conservation And Recreation

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is a state agency dedicated to conserving Virginia's natural resources, enhancing outdoor recreation, and preserving historical landscapes. As a state government entity registered in SAM.gov, DCR provides a diverse range of environmental, scientific, and conservation services to federal agencies through contract and grant awards. The agency specializes in land management, ecological preservation, battlefield conservation, dam safety, flood mitigation, and outdoor recreation development, serving as a critical partner to federal organizations in protecting and managing Virginia's natural and historical heritage.

Through federal contract awards, DCR has performed specialized environmental and scientific services. One notable contract was a $15,198 purchase order from the Office of Acquisitions and Grants for an Appalachian Grizzled Skipper butterfly survey in Virginia. The contract was not set aside for any specific business type and focused on environmental monitoring and conservation objectives. DCR's contract work demonstrates its expertise in conducting targeted ecological research and providing technical services to federal agencies, with a particular emphasis on wildlife and habitat assessment.

DCR's federal grant awards predominantly focus on land preservation, battlefield conservation, outdoor recreation, and environmental protection. Major grant programs include the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), National Park Service's Battlefield Land Acquisition Grants, American Battlefield Protection Program, and federal emergency management initiatives. Grant funding has supported projects such as acquiring battlefield lands, developing state and local parks, creating recreational facilities, implementing dam safety programs, and conducting invasive species management. Key funding agencies include the National Park Service, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. DCR often collaborates with sub-recipients like the American Battlefield Trust, Capital Region Land Conservancy, and local government entities to execute these grant-funded conservation and recreation projects.