Benthic Macroinvertebrate Identification

DEP is looking for a Contractor to provide services for identification of Benthic Macroinvertebrate samples collected from local streams to aid in assessment of stream conditions. The State of MD requires that all identifications be performed by a taxonomist who is certified by the Society for Freshwater Science (SFS). The SFS certificate(s) must be current and the Contractor is required to maintain staff who have current certification throughout the term of the contract. Please contact DEP at with questions or to receive a copy of the informal