Cloud Infrastructure and Data Management

The contract entails the provision of secure cloud hosting, data processing, and API management services for environmental data collected from fishing vessels participating in the eMOLT and Large Trawlers programs under the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The work focuses on maintaining a robust, scalable, and secure digital infrastructure to handle sensitive marine observations, ensuring reliable data ingestion, storage, transformation, and delivery through well-defined application programming interfaces. The system must meet stringent requirements for data integrity, confidentiality, and availability to support scientific analysis and operational decision-making related to fisheries and ocean health. Performance is expected to center in Woods Hole, with the subcontractor responsible for implementing and maintaining all technical components, including cloud platforms, data pipelines, and API gateways, using industry-leading security standards. The opportunity is classified under NAICS code 518210 for data processing and hosting services, and bids must be submitted by July 10, 2026. The contract is structured as a subcontract, implying the awardee will support a prime contractor or larger initiative within the Department of Commerce, emphasizing coordination, compliance, and seamless integration with existing NOAA systems and workflows.