Opportunity

SAM #140G0326Q0044

USGS Seeks Marine Charter Services for San Nicolas Island Research

Buyer

USGS Office of Acquisition and Grants

Posted

March 26, 2026

Respond By

March 30, 2026

Identifier

140G0326Q0044

NAICS

483114

The U.S. Geological Survey Western Ecological Research Center is seeking marine charter services to support research at San Nicolas Island, California. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Western Ecological Research Center - Sacramento Acquisition Branch - Products/Services Requested: - Two 6-day passenger marine charters (one in Spring 2026, one optional in Fall 2026) - Each charter requires: - Fully licensed U.S. Coast Guard vessel - Qualified crew - Scuba compressor - Accommodations for 10 biologists - Safety equipment and meal provisions - Navigation to specific GPS coordinates - Product Line Items: - Spring 2026 boat charter to San Nicolas Island (1 unit, part number 7540-01-152-8067) - Fall 2026 boat charter to San Nicolas Island (Option, 1 unit, part number 7540-01-152-8067) - Unique Requirements: - Vessel must support scuba operations - All crew and vessel must meet U.S. Coast Guard licensing and safety standards - Charters must provide all necessary equipment and accommodations for scientific research - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified marine charter providers - Places of Performance and Delivery: - San Nicolas Island, California (research site) - Pacific Ocean near San Nicolas Island - USGS Pacific Coastal & Marine, Santa Cruz, CA (delivery location) - USGS Sacramento Acquisition Branch (contracting office)

Description

SAN NICOLAS BOAT CHARTER

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