Environmental Data Management and Sharing Plan Development

The contract involves the development and implementation of a data sharing plan that adheres to NOAA’s Data Sharing Directive version 3.0. The primary focus is on ensuring that the data collected on beluga whales meets established metadata standards, supports long-term accessibility, and guarantees interoperability. This initiative aims to effectively manage and share environmental data in a manner that facilitates future use and integration with other datasets. This subcontract opportunity is designated as a Women-Owned Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 518210, indicating a preference for qualified women-owned entities. The work is to be performed in Anchorage, with the contract issued by the Department of Commerce, NOAA. Responses to the solicitation must be submitted by June 26, 2026. The emphasis on compliance with federal data standards underscores the commitment to enhancing the quality and usability of environmental data collected through this project.