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Q26001508 Biological Monitoring and Predator Control - Oahu Elepaio

General Information
Solicitation Number
Q26001508
Status
Awarded
Department
Land & Natural Resources
Division
Forestry and Wildlife
Islands (where the work/delivery is to be performed)
Oahu
Category
Services
Release Date
01/12/2026
Offer Due Date & Time
01/16/2026 02:00 PM
Description
Biological Monitoring and Predator Control
Elepaio Surveys, Monitoring and Predator Control

Description of Services
Approximate time frame: January 2026 to August 2026

Elepaio Monitoring and Predator Control
• Rat control in 40-45 already established and previously controlled Elepaio territories in the Honolulu Forest Reserve, Wailupe Section.
a. Rat control method must be capable of continuous take over the period of deployment using repeater type traps. All predator control activities must follow Federal and State regulations. Control shall be limited to rats/mice only; methods used must be determined to have little or no incidental take.
• Monitoring Elepaio populations, including:
a. Territory occupancy
b. Nest Searches to determine success,
c. Capturing and banding Elepaio and reading/recording color bands. Must have proper banding/capture permits from the USFWS and DLNR.
• Perform comprehensive survival analysis using mark-recapture methods for publication in scientific journals.
• Produce a comprehensive report of all activities and results regarding predator control.
• Produce report of nesting effort and success of resident Elepaio pairs

Deliverables
1. Distribution, nesting, and survival reports based on data collected during monitoring period.
2. A detailed report of predator control activities listing specifically method. Report should include estimated or confirmed take, trap deployment days, number of traps, locations, and other relevant information
3. Shapefile of locations/territories in ArcGIS format

Special Conditions
a. The report shall be submitted by August 31, 2026
b. Vendor must be HCE compliant to receive any payments
c. The bid submitted shall include all applicable fees, taxes, or any other costs associated with this project.
d. If requested, the vendor shall submit any permits, licenses, or documentation authorizing work with Elepaio in the Honolulu Watershed Forest Reserve and the resumes of any employee assigned to this project to demonstrate relevant experience in carrying out the project objectives.
Contact Person
Misaki, Jason
Email
jason.c.misaki@hawaii.gov
Phone
808-295-5896
General Comments
Procurement Officer
David G. Smith
Attachments
AG-008 103D General Conditions (1.10.23).pdf

Direct all questions regarding this Solicitation, and any questions or Issues relating to the accessibility of this Solicitation (Including the appendices and exhibits to this Document, and any other document related to this Solicitation), to: Misaki, Jason.

Q26001508 Biological Monitoring and Predator Control - Oahu Elepaio

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Title
Quantity
Unit of Measure
Commodity Code
 

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Biological Monitoring and Predator Control -
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JOB
541690 

Code Table
Commodity Code Description
541690 Biological consulting services
General
Quantity
1
Unit of Measure
JOB
Title
Biological Monitoring and Predator Control -
Description
Description of Services
Approximate time frame: January 2026 to August 2026

Elepaio Monitoring and Predator Control
• Rat control in 40-45 already established and previously controlled Elepaio territories in the Honolulu Forest Reserve, Wailupe Section.
a. Rat control method must be capable of continuous take over the period of deployment using repeater type traps. All predator control activities must follow Federal and State regulations. Control shall be limited to rats/mice only; methods used must be determined to have little or no incidental take.
• Monitoring Elepaio populations, including:
a. Territory occupancy
b. Nest Searches to determine success,
c. Capturing and banding Elepaio and reading/recording color bands. Must have proper banding/capture permits from the USFWS and DLNR.
• Perform comprehensive survival analysis using mark-recapture methods for publication in scientific journals.
• Produce a comprehensive report of all activities and results regarding predator control.
• Produce report of nesting effort and success of resident Elepaio pairs

Deliverables
1. Distribution, nesting, and survival reports based on data collected during monitoring period.
2. A detailed report of predator control activities listing specifically method. Report should include estimated or confirmed take, trap deployment days, number of traps, locations, and other relevant information
3. Shapefile of locations/territories in ArcGIS format

Special Conditions
a. The report shall be submitted by August 31, 2026
b. Vendor must be HCE compliant to receive any payments
c. The bid submitted shall include all applicable fees, taxes, or any other costs associated with this project.
d. If requested, the vendor shall submit any permits, licenses, or documentation authorizing work with Elepaio in the Honolulu Watershed Forest Reserve and the resumes of any employee assigned to this project to demonstrate relevant experience in carrying out the project objectives.

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Direct all questions regarding this Solicitation, and any questions or Issues relating to the accessibility of this Solicitation (Including the appendices and exhibits to this Document, and any other document related to this Solicitation), to: Misaki, Jason.

Q26001508 Biological Monitoring and Predator Control - Oahu Elepaio

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