Alaska Online Public Notices #2026-1100-0340

ADF&G Seeks Commercial Vessels for Multi-Year Chatham Strait Sablefish Survey

This opportunity seeks qualified vessel operators to support the Alaska Department of Fish and Game's annual NSEI Chatham Strait Sablefish Survey from 2026 to 2030. - Government Buyer: - Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G), Division of Commercial Fisheries, Division of Administrative Services - Scope of Work: - Charter three commercial vessels (one per section: Northern, Central, Southern Chatham Strait) for annual sablefish pot surveys - Each survey lasts approximately 7 days within a 14-day charter period, with pre- and post-survey gear loading - Vessels must set and haul standardized pot gear at 14 stations per section, collecting biological data and offloading fish to a state-contracted processor - Key Requirements: - Vessel captains must have at least 5 years of commercial groundfish pot fishing experience and documented sablefish pot landings - Vessels must meet specific mechanical and safety standards - Offerors must provide detailed vessel information, crew qualifications, and proof of maritime insurance - Strict adherence to proposal forms and documentation is required - Contract Details: - Fixed price, multi-year contract (2026–2030), with a maximum total of $230,000 per section over five years - Each vessel is assigned to a specific section (Northern, Central, or Southern) - Locations: - Surveys conducted in Chatham Strait, Southeast Alaska - Operations based out of Southeast Alaska ports (Sitka, Juneau, Ketchikan, Petersburg) - Contracting office located at 1255 W 8th St., Juneau, AK 99802 - No specific OEMs or named vendors; open to qualified commercial vessel operators

Description

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) is seeking qualified vessels to conduct the NSEI Chatham Strait Sablefish Surveys from 2026 to 2031. The surveys monitor sablefish abundance and collect biological data using standardized gear and station locations across northern, central, and southern sections of Chatham Strait. Proposals must meet specific prior experience requirements and include detailed cost and vessel information as outlined in the RFP. Submission deadline is June 23, 2026, with proposals to be emailed to the provided contact.

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