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Commercial and For-Hire Vessel Support Services to aid in research.

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BD-27-1046-DMF-FW010-132988State & Local

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The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries is seeking commercial and for-hire fishing vessels to provide essential support for year-round research and monitoring efforts within the coastal waters of the Commonwealth. This solicitation, identified as BD-27-1046-DMF-FW010-132988, aims to establish a list of qualified vendors capable of fulfilling various field research needs as they arise. The procurement process is managed by the SLED organization in New Bedford, Massachusetts, with Kiera Lawlor serving as the primary point of contact. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of September 1, 2029.

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Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries seeks fishing vessels for year-round research support.

Agency

Massachusetts → DMF - Division of Marine FisheriesView Agency

NAICS

483212 - Inland Water Passenger TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

Rodney French Blvd New Bedford, MA, 02744, USA

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Evaluation Criteria

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RFR #26035 Attachment C - Commercial Fishing Vessel Bidders Data Sheet

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts Contractor Authorized Signatory Form

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Standard Contract Form and Instructions

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Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Authorization Agreement Form

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Commonwealth Terms and Conditions

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DMF-26035 Commercial and For-Hire Fishing Vessel Support RFR

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AgencyMassachusetts → DMF - Division of Marine Fisheries
Contacts1 person available
OfficeRodney French Blvd New Bedford, MA, 02744, USA
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Massachusetts → DMF - Division of Marine Fisheries
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Office AddressRodney French Blvd New Bedford, MA, 02744, USA
Contacts
Kiera LawlorPurchaser
+1 (555) 000-0000

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In support of MADMF year-round research and monitoring efforts in the coastal waters of the Commonwealth, we require the services of commercial and for-hire fishing vessels. This contract is for the procurement of commercial and for-hire fishing vessel support as is generally required for field research. This will become a list of qualified vendors that can be used to fulfill certain needs as they arise.

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