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Field Research & Biological Sampling Services

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Response Deadline11/14/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract for Field Research and Biological Sampling Services supports US Geological Survey marine research projects through the execution of field experiments and biological sample collection. The scope of work involves monitoring thermal, pathogen, nutrition, and toxin stressors across a diverse range of species, including sea lions, sea otters, salmon, longfin smelt, mussels, and clams. Contractors are responsible for utilizing species-specific capture gear and RNA stabilizers to ensure the integrity of preserved tissue samples and field data logs delivered to prime contractors. Operating under NAICS code 541720 for the Department of the Interior, the project requires strict adherence to regulatory standards, including obtaining necessary permits for handling protected marine mammals and endangered species. The solicitation was posted on October 14, 2026, with a response deadline of November 14, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for USGS marine research involving biological sampling and field experiments on species.

Agency

Department Of The Interior → US Geological Survey

NAICS

541720 - Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of G27AS00037.

The full solicitation package (5 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with Californian Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit

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PostedOct 14

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Response DeadlineNov 14

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11/14/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 29 days

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AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → US Geological Survey

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Department Of The Interior → US Geological Survey

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Performs field experiments and biological sample collection for prime contractors on US Geological Survey (USGS) marine research projects. Conducts experiments on sea lions, sea otters, salmon, longfin smelt, mussels, and clams to monitor thermal, pathogen, nutrition, or toxin stressors. Uses species-specific capture gear and RNA stabilizers. Requires permits for protected marine mammals and endangered species. Delivers preserved tissue samples and field data logs.

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