Opportunity
Federal Register #06480672
NOAA Seeks Public Comment on RCOS Certification Information Collection
Buyer
DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA
Posted
May 22, 2026
Identifier
06480672
NAICS
926150
NOAA is seeking public comment on its process for certifying Regional Coastal Observing Systems (RCOS) as part of the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS): - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Scope of Request: - Information collection from organizations applying for RCOS certification - Documentation required includes data collection methods, governance, and management practices - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products or OEMs are mentioned - Service involves review and certification of RCOS applicants - Notable Requirements: - Certification process is governed by NOAA and IOOS program standards - Applies to businesses, not-for-profits, and government entities - Legal authority: 33 U.S.C. 3601-3610 and 15 CFR 997.1-997.26 - Reinstatement of previous information collection with minor administrative updates - Period of Performance: - Information collection occurs once every five years - Locations: - NOAA headquarters (federal office) - New England Fishery Management Council (contracting office address)
Description
This notice announces the submission of a collection of information to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval, related to Regional Coastal Observing Systems (RCOS). Comments are requested to assist in the review process. The information collection involves certification and integration of Regional Coastal Observing Systems into the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System, including data collection, governance, and management practices. The submission is a reinstatement with minor administrative changes to update the program name and reduce burden hours.