Federal Register #0648-XF667

NOAA Renews Permits for SeaShare to Distribute Pacific Salmon and Halibut for Hunger Relief

NOAA has renewed two Prohibited Species Donation (PSD) permits for the distribution of Pacific salmon and halibut: - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce - National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) - Vendor: - SeaShare (non-profit, tax-exempt organization) - Products/Services Requested: - Distribution of Pacific salmon and Pacific halibut caught incidentally during groundfish trawl fishing in the exclusive economic zone off Alaska - No specific part numbers or quantities provided, as the focus is on seafood donation for hunger relief - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Permits authorize SeaShare to distribute seafood to hunger relief agencies, food bank networks, or food bank distributors - SeaShare is the sole authorized distributor under the PSD program - Permits may be suspended, modified, or revoked for regulatory violations - OEMs: - No commercial OEMs or manufacturers are involved, as the notice pertains to seafood distribution, not manufactured products - Place of Performance: - Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska - NOAA as the contracting office

Description

NMFS announces the renewal of two prohibited species donation (PSD) permits to SeaShare, a non-profit and tax-exempt organization, authorizing this organization to distribute Pacific salmon and Pacific halibut to hunger relief agencies, food bank networks, or food bank distributors under the PSD program. Salmon and halibut are caught incidentally during directed fishing in the exclusive economic zone off Alaska for groundfish with trawl gear. This action is necessary to comply with provisions of the PSD program. The permits are renewed for the period from May 20, 2026 through May 21, 2029.

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