Marine Species Collection and Sampling

This subcontract involves the year-round permanent collection and sampling of nearshore marine species to support educational projects at Santa Barbara City College. The contractor is responsible for conducting biological surveys in the nearshore waters of Santa Barbara County using bottom trawls and must manage the capture of steelhead trout in accordance with Fish and Game Code Section 2081(a). The scope of work requires the use of specialized specimen preservation equipment to ensure the proper delivery of collected marine species for permanent educational collections. This project is managed under the California Fish and Wildlife, Region 7 - Marine, Monterey agency and is categorized under NAICS code 541715.