Natural Resources Support at Edwards AFB, CA

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Note: A full study proposal and proposed budget are NOT requested at this time. 2) Project Title: Natural Resources Support at Edwards AFB, CA 3) Brief Description of Anticipated Work:This research focuses on the following objectives: Mgt, Wetlands Floodplains - The primary objective of this project is to maintain existing levees/roads at the Piute Ponds Complex to allow year-round use by vehicles/equipment/recreationalists. Mgt, Species, T&E - The primary objective of this project is to evaluate previous restoration practices for effectiveness and success. The project shall look over existing documents and GIS data of previous restoration projects, revisit restored areas, collect field data metrics of habitat recovery compared to adjacent comparable sites, and evaluate various restoration techniques for effectiveness in habitat recovery/improved habitat value. Mgt, Habitat: Environmentla Assessment - The primary objective of this project is to complete an Environmental Assessment (EA) to support management actions associated with implementing the most current Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) for Edwards Air Force Base (AFB) in accordance with National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) requirements. Mgt, Species: Natural Resources Inventories - The primary objective of this project is to provide baseline natural resource inventories of Edwards AFB (EAFB) Geographically Separated Units (GSUs). 4) Period of Performance: Base period: 18 months from date of award Option periods: Four 18-month option periods 5) Please send responses or direct questions to: Audria Gill Grants Specialist USACE, Fort Worth District Email: audria.j.gill@usace.army.mi l Office: 817-886-1925 David Leptien Project Manager USACE, RPEC Email: david.b.leptien@usace.army.mil Office: 850-218-4097 6) Timeline for Review of Statements of Interest: Responses are due by 5:00 P.M., Central Time, on 17 August 2022 .

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