Broadnose sevengill shark finclips & sixgill finclips

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has authorized California State University, Fullerton to conduct year-round scientific research on broadnose sevengill sharks and sixgill sharks through December 31, 2028, under Fish and Game Code Section 2081(a), which permits the incidental capture of coho salmon, Chinook salmon, and steelhead trout during sampling activities. The research is conducted using hook-and-line methods, specifically baited dropper loops and surface hook-and-line techniques, in nearshore waters across six California counties: Monterey, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange, and San Diego. The project qualifies for a categorical exemption under California Code of Regulations Title 14, Section 15306, Class 6, due to its minimal environmental impact as an information collection activity with no serious or major disturbance to protected species. The permit is issued for educational and research purposes, with no commercial intent, and no financial terms, pricing, or contract value are specified since this is a regulatory permit rather than a federal procurement contract. No standard federal acquisition regulation clauses, payment instructions, invoicing methods, or contracting officer roles are applicable, as the authorization falls entirely under state environmental and wildlife regulatory authority. The lead point of contact for the permitting agency is Dylan Inskeep, Environmental Scientist, and the project is formally recorded under the title “Broadnose sevengill shark finclips & sixgill finclips” with a posted date of October 24, 2025. No formal deliverables, inspection criteria, packaging requirements, or submission formats are detailed beyond the scope of research operations and compliance with state law.