Historical Vessel Position Data Archive Supply

The contract calls for the supply of a minimum three-year historical archive of global vessel position data, sourced from both satellite and terrestrial automatic identification systems, to enable detailed retrospective analysis of transshipment activities and port visit patterns. The dataset must cover a comprehensive global footprint with high temporal and spatial accuracy to support scientific research and monitoring efforts focused on maritime behavior, particularly around illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing and supply chain transparency. The data provider is expected to deliver validated, cleaned, and consistently formatted records with metadata detailing data source provenance, coverage gaps, and collection methodologies to ensure analytical integrity. This is a subcontract under the Department of Commerce’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, classified under NAICS code 517919 for other information services. The solicitation was posted on July 8, 2026, with responses due by July 23, 2026, and performance is expected to support operational and research initiatives tied to ocean governance and maritime domain awareness. While no specific place of performance or point of contact is listed, the data deliverables will be used by federal analysts and researchers to better understand global fishing patterns and enforce international maritime regulations. The contractor must ensure data continuity, integrity, and compliance with federal data standards throughout the three-year historical window.