Marine Geophysical Surveying and Seabed Mapping

The contract seeks a subcontractor to conduct detailed marine geophysical surveys across Pacific Island Countries, focusing on high-resolution bathymetric and sub-bottom profiling, side-scan sonar imaging, and acoustic backscatter mapping to characterize seabed habitats. These activities are essential for generating comprehensive datasets that support environmental assessment, habitat classification, and scientific understanding of the ocean floor in undersurveyed regions. The work requires advanced equipment and专业技术 expertise to ensure data accuracy, spatial resolution, and compliance with international standard practices for marine geophysical data collection. The solicitation is open for bids until August 14, 2026, under NAICS code 541360, which classifies the work as geological and geophysical services. The contracting agency is the Bureau of Oceans, International Environmental and Scientific Affairs within the U.S. Department of State, indicating the project supports broader foreign policy and environmental stewardship objectives in the Pacific. Performance is expected to occur in waters within Pacific Island Countries, though specific locations are not detailed. The contract type is subcontract, implying the lead organization will manage subcontracted technical execution, and no set-aside provisions are indicated, opening eligibility to all qualified firms.