Federal Register #File No. 29773

NOAA Incidental Take Permit Renewal for Atlantic Sturgeon at Dominion Chesterfield Power Station

This opportunity concerns the potential renewal of an incidental take permit for Atlantic sturgeon at the Dominion Chesterfield Power Station in Virginia. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity centers on environmental monitoring and mitigation services - Products/Services Requested: - Environmental monitoring and mitigation services related to the incidental take of Atlantic sturgeon eggs and larvae - Support for research on sturgeon movement, genetic relationships, and a digital holography entrainment pilot study - Ongoing compliance with the Conservation Plan, including potential adjustments to the Virginia Pollution Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) permit - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Authorization for incidental take of up to 109,490 Atlantic sturgeon larvae and 183,630 non-viable eggs over 10 years - Emphasis on research, monitoring, and adaptive management to minimize environmental impact - Focus on endangered species protection and regulatory compliance - Place of Performance: - Dominion Chesterfield Power Station, Chesterfield, Virginia

Description

NMFS received a request from Virginia Electric and Power Company, doing business as Dominion Virginia Power, for renewal of an incidental take permit under the Endangered Species Act. The permit pertains to activities associated with the lawful operation and maintenance of the Dominion Chesterfield Power Station in Chesterfield, VA. The renewal would authorize additional take of Atlantic sturgeon from the Chesapeake Bay Distinct Population Segment for 10 years. Dominion proposes to monitor and mitigate impacts of incidental take of sturgeon eggs and larvae during power station operations. Public comments are requested by June 10, 2026.

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