How to bid on Insect Taxonomy Support for the USDA Morgantown Field Office

What the agency is buying

The Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Health Protection is seeking insect taxonomy support for its Morgantown Field Office in Morgantown, West Virginia. The contractor will identify bark beetles, ambrosia beetles, and pollinators during the field season. This contract includes option years.

This service is crucial for the USDA to provide accurate data to land managers regarding forest health.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on September 09, 2026. The original deadline for quotations was September 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. However, Amendment 0001 extended the offer due date and revised the Performance Work Statement. The new due date is not provided in the notice.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is set aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code is 541990, 'All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services,' with a size standard of $19.5 million. Firms specializing in entomology, biological sciences, or professional scientific and technical services with expertise in insect identification would be well-suited for this bid.

How to respond

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. To access the opportunity, you need to view the original source on the portal. You may need to click the 'View original source' link twice to reach the bid page directly. A free account may be required to view documents, but this is not always the case.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your quotation, clearly demonstrate your firm's expertise in identifying bark beetles, ambrosia beetles, and pollinators. Highlight any experience working with government agencies or in forest health contexts. Ensure your response directly addresses how your services will help the USDA provide accurate data to land managers.

Pay close attention to any revisions made by Amendment 0001, especially regarding the Performance Work Statement. Even though the new due date is not specified, it is important to submit your quotation promptly once you have all the necessary information. Double-check all requirements and ensure your submission is complete and compliant with the solicitation's instructions.