Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-07412
NOAA IHA for Marine Mammal Protection During Navy Construction at Submarine Base New London
Posted
April 16, 2026
Identifier
2026-07412
NAICS
541690
This opportunity involves the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issuing an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) for the U.S. Navy's construction activities at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Authorization issued to the U.S. Navy - Project Scope: - Demolition of Pier 10 and construction of a crane weight test area at Naval Submarine Base New London - Focus on environmental compliance, specifically protection of marine mammals during construction - Services Requested: - Scientific and technical consulting services for mitigation, monitoring, and reporting under the Marine Mammal Protection Act - No specific OEMs or vendors named; opportunity is for environmental consulting and monitoring - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with mitigation, monitoring, and reporting protocols to minimize impacts on marine mammals - Services must align with NAICS code 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services) - No product line items or purchase quantities specified; opportunity centers on regulatory compliance and environmental monitoring, not procurement of goods. - Place of Performance: - U.S. Naval Submarine Base New London, Groton, Connecticut
Description
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to the U.S. Navy for the take of marine mammals incidental to construction activities. These activities include the demolition of Pier 10 and the construction of a crane weight test area at the U.S. Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut. The authorization is effective for one year from the date of notification, not to exceed April 13, 2027. The project includes mitigation, monitoring, and reporting measures to minimize impacts on marine mammals.