Federal Register #2026-09279

NOAA Issues Incidental Harassment Authorization for BLM Construction Project in Shelter Cove, CA

This notice announces the issuance of an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for a construction project in Shelter Cove, California. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce - Authorization issued to Bureau of Land Management (BLM) - Project Overview: - Mal Coombs Stairway Replacement Project in Shelter Cove, CA - Authorization allows for incidental take of marine mammals during construction activities - Regulatory Details: - Issued under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) - Includes specific mitigation, monitoring, and reporting requirements to minimize impacts on marine mammals - Products/Services: - No products or services are being procured; this is a regulatory approval, not a procurement action - OEMs and Vendors: - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are mentioned - Unique Requirements: - Authorization is valid for up to one year from notification by the IHA-holder - Focus on environmental protection and compliance with federal wildlife regulations

Description

This notice pertains to the issuance of an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) for marine mammals related to the Mal Coombs Stairway Replacement Project in Shelter Cove, California. The authorization allows the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to take marine mammals incidental to the project activities. The IHA is issued under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and includes mitigation, monitoring, and reporting measures to minimize impact. The authorization is effective for one year from the date of notification by the IHA-holder, not to exceed one year from the date of issuance (May 5, 2026).

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