2026 Mottet Botany Surveys

The Umatilla National Forest is seeking a contractor to perform botany surveys for target species, including vascular, non-vascular, and invasive species. The surveys will provide data sufficient for informing management decisions. The results of surveys will be used to identify appropriate measures to mitigate disturbance to rare botanical species and mitigate the spread of invasive plants within the project area. The contractor will be responsible for conducting field surveys, collecting and analyzing data, and providing a report of the findings. • The contractor will be required to have experience in botany and ecology, with a focus on plant identification and survey techniques. • The contractor will be responsible for ensuring that all surveys are conducted in accordance with federal and state regulations, and that all necessary permits and approvals are obtained. • The contractor will be required to provide a report of the findings, including recommendations for management and conservation of the target species. • The contractor will be responsible for coordinating with forest service staff and other stakeholders to ensure that the surveys are conducted efficiently and effectively. • The contractor will be required to have liability insurance and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.