Request for Information: CHARTERED VESSEL TO CONDUCT LONGLINE SURVEY IN THE EASTERN BERING SEA, THE ALEUTIAN ISLANDS REGION, AND THE GULF OF ALASKA
ID: NOAA-WAD-CRJ-24-0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAASEATTLE, WA, 98115, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c1e97bfc8b854b0cb12b55967ec182fd/view
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    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for the charter of a vessel to perform longline surveys targeting sablefish and other groundfish in the Eastern Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands Region, and Gulf of Alaska. The primary objectives of this procurement include assessing fish abundance, tagging species for migration studies, and collecting biological data to support effective fisheries management. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the understanding of groundfish resources, which are vital for sustainable fisheries practices. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities statements by September 23, 2024, to Contracting Officer Crystina Jubie at Crystina.R.Jubie@noaa.gov, and may also participate in a virtual industry day scheduled for the week of September 30, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Crystina R Jubie
    crystina.r.jubie@noaa.gov
    Sarah Waugh
    sarah.waugh@noaa.gov
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    DRAFT Longline Survey Vessel Charter SOW_9-2024 Final for RFI.docx
    This document outlines a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP) for the charter of a vessel to conduct longline surveys targeting sablefish and other groundfish in the Eastern Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands Region, and Gulf of Alaska from 2025-2028. The primary objectives include assessing the abundance and composition of commercially important fish species, tagging selected species to study migration patterns, and collecting biological data such as age composition through otolith sampling. The contractor is responsible for providing appropriate vessel specifications, operational adherence to governmental standards, and necessary crew expertise to ensure efficient survey execution. Deliverables entail a completed scientific cruise adhering to predetermined sampling days, while general conditions emphasize contractor accountability for gear maintenance, adherence to safety protocols, and collaboration with NOAA scientists. The overall purpose is to enhance the understanding of groundfish resources vital for effective fisheries management. The project's meticulous requirements reflect rigorous standards necessary for marine research, consistent with federal acquisition regulations and scientific integrity protocols.
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