Federal Register #2026-09315

NOAA Seeks Nominations for Pacific Whiting Treaty Advisory Panel Membership

NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is seeking nominations for the United States Advisory Panel under the Pacific Whiting Treaty. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) - Commerce Department - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved; this is a call for advisory panel nominations. - Service Requested: - Appointment to the United States Advisory Panel for Pacific Whiting Treaty - At least one position available - Four-year term, with eligibility for reappointment - Notable Requirements: - Nominees must have expertise in harvesting, processing, marketing, management, conservation, or research of offshore Pacific whiting - Nominees cannot be U.S. government employees - Valid U.S. passport required for panel members - Panel advises on bilateral management issues between the U.S. and Canada - No products or material goods are being procured; this is strictly a service (advisory panel membership) - Place of Performance: - NOAA and Commerce Department offices

Description

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is soliciting nominations for appointments to the United States Advisory Panel (AP) established under the Agreement between the United States and Canada on Pacific Hake/Whiting. Nominations are sought to fill at least one position on the AP. The term length for appointees is 4 years, with eligibility for reappointment upon term expiration. The AP advises the Joint Management Committee on bilateral Pacific whiting management issues, and members may be reimbursed for travel expenses. Nominations must be received by June 10, 2026.

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