Table of Contents
Company Overview
SIN 899-1 Specialties
Federal Past Performance
International Capabilities
Examples of Current & Past Clients
Samples of Past Work
Personnel
GSA Schedule Rates for SIN 899-1
Labor Category Descriptions
Schedule Administration Information
Ordering Procedures, Terms & Conditions
Contact Information

Company Overview

Southwick Associates, Inc. specializes in fish, wildlife and natural resource economics. Southwick Associates was founded in 1990 to provide economic and business intelligence to Federal and state agencies, as well as industry. Our staff is comprised of economics and statistics professionals throughout the U.S. who have in-depth experience measuring the values, benefits and revenues possible from fish, wildlife, forests and water-related natural resources.

Southwick Associates provides an array of socio-economic specialties. We are experienced in communicating complex economic issues to the public and specific user groups, in a manner that is simple, interesting and informative. We can help clients better address many legal, legislative and public communication issues through the practical application of reliable and accurate economic information.

Specifically, we can:
-Develop economic models explaining the level of jobs, tax revenues, and paychecks
created by people using fish, wildlife and other natural resources;
-Survey the public regarding the personal importance and values they hold for wildlife,
or the negative values associated with overpopulated and problem wildlife;
-Quantify the potential business or tax revenues that could be generated by various plans utilizing fish, wildlife
and natural resources, and identifying the markets where new revenues can be generated; and
-Build statistical models that explain the relationships between people's actions and the impacts on fish,
wildlife and recreation.
-Examples include models produced for the U.S. Coast Guard that explain which variables have the greatest
effects on boat accidents, and other models that project fishing and hunting license sales and revenues.

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SIN 899-1 Specialties

Economic Impacts, SIN 899-1

We can measure retail expenditures and quantify the economic contributions, such as jobs, tax revenues, etc., to local, state and national economies generated by anglers, hunters, wildlife viewers, boaters, target shooters and other outdoor recreationists. We have also assessed the economic impact of public land acquisition, and government construction or military base activities. Our work is based on business and consumer surveys or existing databases reporting consumer expenditures, combined with economic models that simulate local, state, regional and national economies.

Natural Resource Damages and EPA 316(b) Values (SIN 899-1)

By using public surveys and established valuation procedures, we can calculate the monetary damages from fish and mussel kills, pollution incidents, poaching, and other acts resulting in the loss of fish and wildlife. We can also establish proper restitution for illegally killed fish and wildlife, as well as lost recreational and commercial opportunities. In addition, we can assist with EPA 316(b) analyses of fisheries resources ­ both use and non-use values.

Fish and Wildlife Related Industries and Commerce (SIN 899-1)

We can measure the financial health and performance of industries dependent on fish and wildlife resources. We provide economic and business research that creates better understanding of markets and competition, which allows for more effective and efficient planning and operational activities. In addition, we are experts at tracking trends within outdoor industries, as well as identifying major distribution channels and the overall structure of specific outdoor-related industries. We also examine trends, product flows and market shares for various outdoor-related industries, and the impacts on commerce created by existing or proposed taxes and regulations.

Miscellaneous Research (SIN 899-1)

Quantifying the value held by the public, recreational users, and non-users for natural resources. Analyzing the value of land transactions.
Quantifying the monetary returns possible from natural resources. Statistical projections, such as the likelihood of visitor frequency and annual revenues for outdoor-related businesses. Probability analyses, such as the potential for boating accidents. Plus, other topics including expert witness services, public festivals, and more.

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Federal Past Performance

Southwick Associates' thorough and timely service has resulted in noteworthy past performance ratings, and we enjoy an exceptional reputation in the fish and wildlife world. In addition to our myriad projects with state agencies and private industries, our Federal Government work includes:

Socioeconomic Impact of Proposed New Construction and Programs at Robins Air Force Base ­ as part of a team conducting Environmental Impact studies for several proposed new facilities and programs at Robins Air Force Base in Georgia, Southwick Associates analyzed and reported the current and potential economic impacts. This analysis covered the current economic status of the base and surrounding region, and based on regional economic models (input-output models), quantified the potential changes in jobs, income, tax revenues and retail sales that could occur with each proposed scenario.

Investigation and Monetary Values of Fish and Freshwater Mussel Kills was prepared for fishery biologists and others who must investigate fish and freshwater mussel kills and assign monetary damages after such events. This publication has been adopted as the legal basis for fines or restitution in more than half the states and has been upheld in numerous legal challenges. This manual, funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, contains guidelines for conducting field investigations and for developing restitution amounts to be paid by parties guilty of causing fish or freshwater mussel kills. The fish and mussel values were developed through detailed surveys of fish hatcheries and mussel production facilities.

Boating Risk Analysis INformation System (BRAINS), developed for the United States Coast Guard, is a web-based statistical system that helps assess the causes of boating accidents. The BRAINS system, publicly accessible at www.boatingrisk.com, allows you to determine the probability that an accident could occur given the conditions entered by a user. BRAINS is based on 500 regression models developed using the latest techniques in probability-based and censored regression analyses. The models were then built into a user-friendly software package designed for anyone to use. BRAINS allows the U.S. Coast Guard to quickly and easily determine which variables have the greatest influence on common boating accidents.

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International Capabilities

Southwick Associates has the expertise and experience to engage in international environment and natural resources-related projects.

Recent international consulting projects include:

- Scoping conservation and sustainable agriculture connections in Calabar, Nigeria for a project proposal.
- Leading a design team for a multimillion dollar environmental project for USAID/Egypt.
- Leading a team assessing the biodiversity of Uganda.
- Serving as natural resources specialist for an environmental assessment of Nigeria.
- Serving as biodiversity specialist for an environmental assessment of Cambodia.

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Examples of Current & Past Clients

Nothing speaks louder about our abilities than the list of clients who have retained our services:

Photo Courtesy of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Government: Arizona Game and Fish Department Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission California Department of Fish and Game City of Boynton Beach, FL Colorado Division of Wildlife Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Illinois Department of Natural Resources Indiana Department of Natural Resources Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Maryland Department of Natural Resources Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks Mississippi Department of Marine Resources New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife New Mexico Department Game and Fish North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Northeast Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies Ohio Division of Wildlife Pennsylvania Game Commission South Carolina Department of Natural Resources South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department South Dakota Office of the Attorney General Southeastern Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies U.S. Coast Guard U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Non-Government Organizations: Acadiana Bay Association Alligator Trading Company American Fisheries Society American Sportfishing Association Archery Manufacturers and Merchants Organization Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Ellis Environmental Group Freshwater Mussel Conservation Society Fur Information Council of America Future Fisherman Foundation International Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival Mississippi Gulf Fishing Banks National Shooting Sports Foundation National Trappers Association National Wild Turkey Federation North American Gamebird Association OERC Partnership Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Sportfishing Promotion Council World Wildlife Fund Private legal clients and sportsmen's organizations

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Samples of Past Work

Many of Southwick Associates' recent studies are
available for download. If you would like to download
a free report, simply visit the Free Reports section of our web site.

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Personnel

Staff and Primary Research Associates:

Rob Southwick Mario Teisl, Ph.D. John Bergstrom, Ph.D. Frank Besag, Ph.D.

Thomas Allen Pat Foster-Turley, Ph.D. Donna Leonard

Rob Southwick
President, Senior Scientist

Rob Southwick founded Southwick Associates, Inc. in 1990. An economist specializing in the fish, wildlife and natural resources field, Rob has in-depth experiencing directing and conducting economic impact analyses, quantifying industries and their related trade patterns, natural resource investigations, and more. Rob also has significant experience managing complex projects, successfully recruiting industry participation in research projects, and public speaking. Prior to founding Southwick Associates, Rob worked as an economist for the Sport Fishing Institute in Washington, D.C. He is currently affiliated with the American Fisheries Society, the Wildlife Society, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the International Association for Impacts Analysis (IAIA), and has served on numerous volunteer committees in the professional natural resources field. Through all, Rob Southwick has developed a unique perspective on the business and recreational aspects of fish and wildlife, and has developed many valuable relationships throughout the government agencies and private sector firms in the natural resources field.

Mario F. Teisl, Ph.D.
Senior Scientist

For over 12 years, Mario has been a senior scientist with Southwick Associates, Inc. He brings a wealth of talents, including economic impact analyses, statistical model design, and immense experience with a variety of research projects and studies concerning the economic aspects of recreational and commercial uses of fish, wildlife and natural resources. Past and current projects include the impacts of eco-labeling on various economic markets, the economic impacts of hunting, fishing and watchable wildlife recreation, boating accident risk models, and economic valuation research for many private, state and federal clients, and much more.

John Bergstrom, Ph.D.
Senior Scientist

Dr. John Bergstrom has been a long time scientist with Southwick Associates, Inc. Throughout his career as a resource economist, John has focused on research relating to the economic valuation of land, habitats, groundwater, wildlife and various other natural resources with consumptive and/or recreational uses. Specialties include forest and agricultural resources. Previous projects include modeling the size, profitability and financial operations of resource-based industries, identifying the factors that drive business sales, and measuring the potential economic impacts of competing, alternative uses of natural lands.

Frank Besag, Ph.D.
Senior Scientist

Frank brings to Southwick Associates an in-depth knowledge of statistics, and a vast array of data and systems analysis tools. His specialties include research design, policy analysis, systems design, program evaluations, and development and implementation of training models. Past project experience includes data analysis for various programs and court cases, and using existing data to help agencies, institutions and businesses function more efficiently. Previously, Frank was a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he remains a Professor Emeritus.

Thomas G. Allen
Analyst

Tom provides Southwick Associates, Inc. with years of experience conducting statistical and database analyses. Tom holds a B.S. in natural resource management/land use planning and an M.S. in Community Development. Tom's work focuses on the economics of agriculture, natural resources and small businesses and he has published numerous studies investigating such diverse topics as farm and forest economics, taxation and various feasibility studies.

Pat Foster-Turley, Ph.D.
Senior Scientist

Pat Foster-Turley brings unique experience to Southwick Associates, Inc. in international project design, evaluation, and management. During the past two decades, she has worked in more than 25 countries focusing on sustainable use and conservation of wildlife and natural resources, and community involvement in these efforts. She is a wildlife biologist/biodiversity specialist with a PhD in zoology from the University of Florida and a MA in marine biology from San Francisco State University. For nearly a decade, Pat led the IUCN Species Survival Commission's Otter Specialist Group and was the principle editor and architect of the Action Plan for Otter Survival that remains in effect today. Since 1993, Pat has worked with the United States Agency for International Development providing consulting work for various USAID missions around the world, as well as the White Oak Conservation Center. Previously, she worked for the zoo and aquarium profession for eighteen years including directing the education and conservation departments of Marine World-Africa USA.

Donna Leonard
Analyst

Donna provides Southwick Associates, Inc. with project management, research and reporting experience. With an M.S. in management, her past work includes research experience in the information technology and pharmaceuticals industries, working for Schering-Plough and Johnson & Johnson Pharmaceuticals, and as a marketing analyst for the medical profession.

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GSA Schedule Rates for SIN 899-1

Labor Categories	Business Field	Hourly Rates
Senior Researcher, Economist	Statistics, Economics, Fish & Wildlife Socioeconomics	$85.00
Technician/Analyst	Statistics, Fish & Wildlife Socioeconomics	$55.00
Administrative	Business & Clerical Support	$22.50

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Labor Category Descriptions

Senior Researcher, Economist:
PhD/Masters, plus minimum 3 years experience, 5 years specialized experience.

Technician/Analyst:
Masters, plus minimum 3 years experience, 5 years specialized experience.

Administrative:
HS Diploma, plus minimum 3 years experience.

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Schedule Administration Information

Contractor: Southwick Associates, Inc.
Contract Number: GS-10F-0388P
Contract Period: June 22, 2004 through June 21, 2009
Special Item Number (SIN): 899-1
Federal Supply Group: 899
Class: F999
Federal Supply Classification (FSC): 899-1
Business Size: Small
SIC: 8748
NAICS: 541620 (Primary), 541690, 541720
Central Contractor Registration (CCR) CAGE Code: 3MNY5
Federal EINS (Tax ID Number, TIN): 59-3536215
DUNS Number: 964353957
Point of Contact: Rob Southwick
Contract Administrator:Rob Southwick

Contractor's Ordering & Remittance Address:
Southwick Associates, Inc.
PO Box 6435
Fernandina Beach, FL 32035

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Ordering Procedures, Terms & Conditions

Call Rob Southwick, marketing point of contact, for an estimate on the hours required to serve your needs. Work commences upon receipt of a purchase order or signed contract. Time of delivery to be specified on the task order; contact Rob Southwick for expedited delivery times. Information on ordering procedures for services requiring a Statement of Work (SOW), are available at the GSA/FSS Schedule website.

Government net prices include the .75% Industrial Funding Fee.
Contractor will accept Labor/Hours (LH) and Firm-Fixed Price (FFP).
Prompt Payment Terms: Net 30 Days.
We accept Government purchase cards.
We participate in Blanket Purchase Agreements and Teaming Arrangements.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Contact Information

Rob Southwick
President, Point of Contact & Contract Administrator
PO Box 6435
Fernandina Beach, FL 32035
Telephone: (904) 277-9765
Fax: (904) 261-1145
Email: rob@southwickassociates.com
Website: www.southwickassociates.com

Further Information:
-Please visit our website for detailed information on:
-Our Socioeconomic Specialties
-The Benefits of Economic and Business Information,
and the eight general areas in which economics can provide assistance
-Newsletters

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