Morgantown Field Office (MFO) Insect Taxonomy Support

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service is seeking a small‑business taxonomist to provide identification services for bark beetles, ambrosia beetles, and pollinators for the Morgantown Field Office during the 2026‑2027 forest‑health field season. The contractor will deliver timely, accurate species identifications to support data collection and land‑manager decision‑making. The contract includes a base year (10/01/2026‑09/30/2027) with optional extension years, and quotations are due by 5 PM EST on 9 September 2026. • Scope: In‑field and lab identification of forest‑health insects (bark beetles, ambrosia beetles, pollinators). • Deliverables: Identification reports, specimen vouchers, data entry into USDA databases, and rapid response to field requests. • Period of Performance: 12 months (Oct 2026 – Sep 2027) with possible option years. • Set‑aside: Small‑business only, unrestricted competition. • Location: Morgantown Field Office, 180 Canfield St., Morgantown, WV 26505. • Submission: RFQ, electronic/ mailed quotation, acknowledgment of amendment required.