Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-26-1046-DMF-FW010-123452

On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program for Commercial Fishers

This opportunity invites commercial fishers to participate in a Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) on-demand gear grant and research program during fixed-gear closure season areas. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game, Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) - Managed from Gloucester, Essex County - Program Details: - Focused on research and grant participation for on-demand fishing gear - Specifically targets commercial fishers operating during fixed-gear closure season areas - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed - Service line item: Participation in the On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified in the notice - Unique Requirements: - Not eligible for Small Business Purchasing Program - Electronic quote submissions are not allowed - Opportunity is structured as a grant and research participation, not a traditional procurement - Place of Performance: - Activities centered in Massachusetts, primarily Gloucester, Essex County - Program covers fixed-gear closure season areas - Period of Performance: - Aligned with the fixed-gear closure season areas in 2026

Description

The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (MA DMF) is seeking commercial fishers to participate in an on-demand gear grant and research program during the fixed-gear closure season areas in 2026. This program is intended to support research and grant opportunities related to fishing gear. The solicitation is issued by the Department of Fish and Game, specifically the DMF - Division of Marine Fisheries. The opportunity is not eligible for the Small Business Purchasing Program and does not allow electronic quotes.

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