Q--Sources sought, WILDLIFE DISEASE Support Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified contractors for Wildlife Disease Support Services. This market research aims to gain knowledge of potential contractors and their socio-economic size under NAICS code 541380 (Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services). Responses will inform future acquisition decisions. Responses are due March 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The FWS seeks support to identify and manage wildlife health and disease risks, focusing on:
- Disease Diagnostics: Performed as needed for mortality events or project requirements, including gross and microscopic pathology, radiography, microbiology, parasitology, and toxicology. This also covers annual bison parasitology and any new/non-routine testing for outbreaks or special surveillance programs.
- Field and Laboratory Investigations: Identification and investigation of diseases impacting wildlife populations; collection and processing of biological specimens for FWS Wildlife Health office regional projects; and field/laboratory support for Refuges and other FWS programs.
Requirements
Contractors must demonstrate:
- Well-established, long-term working relationships with state and federal government wildlife agencies across the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, and U.S. Territories.
- A long history of conducting wildlife disease diagnostics and research.
- A proven track record in professional conduct and delivering results.
- Capacity to provide the outlined support services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified (for market research purposes)
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: February 26, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested firms should submit their:
- Qualifications
- Experience supporting the listed items, including a write-up of research identifying and describing the ecology of pathogens in wildlife, course development, and training for field personnel.
- CAGE code
Submissions should be sent to Robert_Sung@fws.gov.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice only and not a solicitation. A response to this notice is not a reply to any potentially forthcoming solicitation.