Vessel Charter for Scientific Operations

The contract involves providing a US Coast Guard-certified vessel, fully crewed, to assist NOAA scientists in offshore operations focused on deploying and retrieving acoustic recording equipment. The charter covers up to 24 sea days, with an option to extend the period if necessary. This service supports scientific research by enabling NOAA to carry out data collection activities at sea efficiently and safely. Issued by the Department of Commerce under the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this subcontract falls under the NAICS code 483111, which corresponds to deep sea, coastal, and great lakes water transportation. The solicitation was posted on May 15, 2026, with a response deadline of June 1, 2026. Although specific location details and the point of contact are not provided, the contract clearly aims to support essential maritime scientific missions through specialized vessel operations.