Federal Register #2026-08626

NOAA Issues Incidental Harassment Authorization for Unalaska Harbor Construction

This notice announces the issuance of an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for marine mammal takes during harbor construction in Unalaska, Alaska. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce - Project Overview: - Authorization granted to the City of Unalaska for the Robert Storrs Harbor Floats A&B Replacement Project - Allows incidental take (by harassment) of marine mammals during construction activities - Regulatory Requirements: - Includes mandatory mitigation, monitoring, and reporting to minimize impacts on marine mammals - Compliance required with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) - Procurement Details: - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are being solicited - Notice is informational and not a procurement opportunity

Description

This notice announces the issuance of an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to the City of Unalaska for the incidental take of marine mammals during the Robert Storrs Harbor Floats A&B Replacement Project in Unalaska, Alaska. The authorization is valid for one year from the date of notification, not to exceed April 30, 2026. The project involves activities that may incidentally harass marine mammals, and the authorization includes prescribed mitigation, monitoring, and reporting measures to minimize impacts. The authorization complies with the Marine Mammal Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act, ensuring negligible impact on affected species and stocks.

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