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Shark Capture and Biological Sampling Support

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Submission Closed08/25/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 114111

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

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Display of Marine Life for Educational Purposes at Central Coast Aquarium in Avila Beach, CaliforniaThe California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 7, has issued a Section 2081(a) permit to the Central Coast Aquarium in Avila Beach, California, for the purpose of collecting marine life for educational displays. This permit authorizes the capture of coho salmon, Chinook salmon, and steelhead trout during sampling activities intended for the aquarium's permanent collections. The project is authorized to conduct year-round sampling of nearshore marine species through December 31, 2029, utilizing various methods including hook and line, bottom trawls, fish traps, and baited remote underwater videos. The project has been granted a Notice of Exemption under California Code Regulations Section 15306, as the information collection is determined not to cause serious disturbance to listed species. Administrative oversight for the permit is managed by Environmental Scientist Dylan Inskeep and Project Applicant Tatum Schneider. The activity falls under NAICS code 114111 and is specifically designed to support the educational mission of the Central Coast Aquarium through the legal acquisition of specified salmonid species.

Fish and Wildlife, Region 7 - Marine, Monterey

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YELL - 13895 - GillnettingThe YELL - 13895 - Gillnetting contract, managed by the Department of the Interior, is currently in its final year after beginning in April 2024. The scope of work involves two to three specific task orders, including gillnet and trap netting operations during the summer and demobilization activities in October. Due to anticipated funding shortages before the conclusion of the current operating season, the agency plans to initiate a new five year contract. This forecast is categorized under NAICS code 114111 and is associated with the National Park Service.

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YELL - 13901 - Hickey Brothers Yellowstone Lake invasive trout suppressionThe Department of the Interior is seeking a contractor for the YELL - 13901 project focused on invasive lake trout suppression in Yellowstone Lake. This initiative aims to protect and rebuild the native cutthroat trout population through a combination of National Park Service efforts and contracted services utilizing gillnetting and trap-netting techniques. The project is categorized under NAICS code 114111 and is currently listed as a forecast with a posted date of September 2, 2026. Coordination for this effort is managed by Cam Sholly and the National Park Service Contract Support Center.

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Sport Fishing 2026 (Inland and Marine)The California Fish and Game Commission is implementing the Sport Fishing 2026 project to amend sport fishing regulations within the California Code of Regulations, Title 14. These amendments cover numerous sections to improve the management of inland and marine fisheries by clarifying existing regulations, increasing angler opportunities, and protecting vulnerable fish populations. The scope of work includes administrative corrections to reduce public confusion and improve enforcement, as well as restrictive updates concerning fishing seasons, size limits, boundaries, and gear requirements. Specific changes also address fish measurement and sampling protocols and the improvement of steelhead report cards. This statewide initiative is managed by the California Fish and Game Commission, with Melissa Miller-Henson serving as the Executive Director. The project has undergone environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act, resulting in a Negative Declaration that found no significant environmental effects, requiring no mitigation measures. The project was approved through notices of determination dated August 13 and August 18, 2026, following a public review process and a formal hearing.

Fish and Game Commission

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Marine Biological Specimen CollectionThis subcontract for Marine Biological Specimen Collection supports California Department of Fish and Wildlife research projects through the year-round sampling of nearshore fishes, invertebrates, and algae. The contractor is responsible for utilizing specialized gear and fishing vessels to employ hook and line techniques, such as surface, baited dropper loop, and baited shrimp fly methods, as well as the deployment of fish traps. A critical component of the scope includes the sampling of Coho and Chinook salmon in accordance with Section 2081(a) permit requirements. The contractor is tasked with the delivery of all collected biological specimens to the prime contractor. This work is managed under the Fish and Wildlife, Region 7 - Marine office in Monterey.

Fish and Wildlife, Region 7 - Marine, Monterey

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Reforestation and PlantingThis subcontract for Reforestation and Planting, managed by the Sierra Resource Conservation District in California, focuses on restoring the watershed and forest canopy within the Sierra National Forest. The contractor is responsible for performing reforestation activities for prime contractors on US Forest Service projects, which includes planting native seedlings and conducting site preparation. These tasks require the use of specialized planting tools and equipment while strictly adhering to species-specific guidelines and watershed protection standards. The primary deliverables for this engagement are the successful planting of seedlings and the restoration of designated forest acreage. Operating under NAICS code 114111, the project ensures the ecological recovery of the region through professional site preparation and planting practices.

Sierra Resource Conservation District

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California Science Center Foundation CollectionsThe California Department of Fish and Wildlife has issued a permit to the California Science Center Foundation under Fish and Game Code Section 2081(a) for educational purposes. This permit authorizes the foundation to take steelhead trout during the process of sampling marine species for its permanent collections. The project is designated as exempt under California Code of Regulations Section 15306, as the information collection is determined to cause no serious disturbance to the endangered steelhead trout. The authorized activities involve year-round permanent collection sampling in the nearshore waters of Los Angeles, Orange, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties. Approved sampling methods include the use of midwater trawls, purse seines, beach seines, and surface hook and line. This authorization is effective through December 31, 2028, with Dylan Inskeep serving as the lead agency contact and environmental scientist for the project.

Fish and Wildlife, Region 7 - Marine, Monterey

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Asian/Common Carp Collection ServicesThis subcontract for the Illinois Office of Resource Conservation involves the active harvesting and collection of Asian and Common Carp. The selected provider will be responsible for deploying commercial fishing gear, operating vessels, and sorting fish based on state biological specifications to meet specific target volume requirements. The contractor must hold all necessary commercial fishing licenses and maintain strict compliance with IDNR regulations and prevailing wage standards. This project falls under NAICS code 114111 and is designed to support prime contractors in achieving resource conservation goals within the state of Illinois.

Office of Resource Conservation

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26-422DNR-RESCO-B-51204 | Asian Carp/Common Carp Fish Collection Schafer Fisheries

Solicitation # 26-422DNR-RESCO-B-51204

Solicitation 26-422DNR-RESCO-B-51204, issued by the Illinois Office of Resource Conservation and posted on February 19, 2026, concerns the Asian Carp/Common Carp Fish Collection project. The contract is governed by the State of Illinois standard terms and conditions, which include requirements for the vendor to maintain specific insurance coverages, including one million dollars per occurrence for general commercial liability and auto liability, and two million dollars for the annual aggregate. The vendor must also provide worker's compensation insurance as required by law and indemnify the State of Illinois against liabilities arising from negligent performance or intellectual property infringements. Key administrative requirements include compliance with the State Prompt Payment Act and the Illinois Freedom of Information Act. Vendors are required to pay prevailing wages when applicable and must adhere to equal opportunity requirements under 44 ILL. ADM. CODE 750. Invoicing typically occurs at the completion of the contract, with a strict deadline of July 31 for expenses incurred through June 30. The contract includes a minimum twelve-month warranty on supplies and allows the State to terminate for convenience with thirty days' written notice. Additionally, the State reserves the right to conduct background checks on vendor personnel and prohibits the employment of State employees during the contract term.

Office of Resource Conservation

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26-422DNR-RESCO-B-50805 | Asian Carp/Common Carp Fish Collection FKF Commercial Fisheries

Solicitation # 26-422DNR-RESCO-B-50805

The Illinois Office of Resource Conservation is seeking a contractor for the collection of Asian Carp and Common Carp under solicitation number 26-422DNR-RESCO-B-50805. This project falls under NAICS code 114111 and is designated for performance within the state of Illinois. The solicitation was posted on January 22, 2026, and is managed by the SLED organization. Interested parties should contact the primary purchaser, Nicole Bergee, for further details regarding the fish collection requirements and submission process.

Office of Resource Conservation

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Grant Notice: On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program

Solicitation # BD-26-1046-DMF-FW010-123452

The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries is soliciting commercial fishers for the 2026 On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program, conducted under solicitation number BD-26-1046-DMF-FW010-123452. The program aims to research the use of on-demand gear and virtual marking technology within the Massachusetts Restricted Area and South Island Restricted Area during fixed-gear closure seasons. Eligible participants include commercial lobster fishers using fixed gear and commercial fishers using mobile gear. Fixed gear participants can receive reimbursements up to 35,000 dollars, while mobile gear participants are eligible for up to 6,000 dollars. Reimbursable expenses include the purchase and installation of on-demand gear, through-hull transducers, satellite communication systems for up to four months, and related software or data receiving devices. To qualify, applicants must have held a 2025 Massachusetts Commercial Fishing or Lobster Permit, which must be renewed by February 28, 2026. Fixed gear participants must also be willing to operate under a Letter of Authorization or an Exempted Fishing Permit from the MA DMF or the Northeast Fisheries Science Center. All participants are required to acquire on-demand technology and submit monthly performance reports and questionnaires. Preference for selection will be given to vessels with a documented history of fishing in the restricted areas prior to the 2015 and 2021 closures. Interested parties must submit completed applications via email to the MA DMF.

Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, under the Department of Commerce, is seeking a subcontractor for Shark Capture and Biological Sampling Support. The primary objective of this engagement is to conduct longline fishing operations specifically designed to capture sandbar and other coastal sharks to facilitate tagging and the collection of critical biological data. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 114111 and was posted on August 11, 2026. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of August 25, 2026.