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Onboard NOAA Observer Support Services

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Response Deadline08/28/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, under the Department of Commerce, is seeking a subcontractor for Onboard NOAA Observer Support Services. The primary objective of this contract is to provide trained observers who will collect real-time fisheries data, identify various species, and maintain strict compliance with NOAA protocols during deepwater fishing operations. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 541620. The solicitation was posted on August 13, 2026, and interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of August 28, 2026.

General Info

NOAA seeks subcontractors for onboard fisheries observer support services by August 28, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Commerce → National Oceanic And Atmospheric AdministrationView Agency

NAICS

541620 - Environmental Consulting ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

PR, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FD-2026-494.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Notice of Intent to negotiate sole source contract to HECTOR J RUIZ TORRES

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PostedAug 13

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Response DeadlineAug 28

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08/28/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTCin 14 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce → National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration

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Department Of Commerce → National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration

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Provide trained observers to collect real-time fisheries data, identify species, and ensure compliance with NOAA protocols during deepwater fishing operations.

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