Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-07986
NOAA Issues Regulatory Permits for Marine Mammal and Endangered Species Activities
Buyer
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Posted
April 24, 2026
Identifier
2026-07986
This notice announces the issuance of regulatory permits by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), specifically the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), for activities involving marine mammals and endangered species. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Department of Commerce - Award Type: - Regulatory permits issued under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) - Applicants (not vendors or OEMs): - Matthew Fisher, Normandeau Associates, Inc. - Amanda Bishop, Ph.D., University of Alaska Anchorage - Products/Services Requested: - No products or commercial services are being procured; this is an award of regulatory permits - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Permits are for activities involving marine mammals and endangered species - Issued in compliance with MMPA, ESA, and relevant federal regulations - Permit documents are available for review upon written request to NMFS - No OEMs, vendors, or commercial products are involved in this notice
Description
This notice announces the issuance of permits under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The permits include new issuances and modifications, allowing activities involving marine mammals and endangered species. The permits were issued following compliance with relevant federal regulations and environmental policies. The notice provides information on how to review the permits and related documents.