Nearshore Marine Species Collection – Hook & Line Sampling

The contract involves targeted collection of marine species, with a primary focus on steelhead trout, using hook and line sampling methods in nearshore waters along the coast of Los Angeles, Orange, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties. This activity is conducted under a subcontract classified under NAICS code 114112, which corresponds to fishing activities, and is managed by Fish and Wildlife, Region 7 - Marine in Monterey, California. The work is designed to support scientific or resource management objectives through precise, non-destructive sampling techniques in ecologically sensitive coastal environments. The contract was posted on June 24, 2026, and the place of performance is limited to the specified California coastal regions, with no additional administrative details provided regarding the contracting office or point of contact. All operations must comply with state and federal regulations governing marine resource collection and wildlife protection.