Opportunity
Federal Register #FWS-R7-ES-2026-1255
Marine Mammal Research Permits and Tribal Revenue Allocation Plan Information Collection
Buyer
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Posted
July 07, 2026
Respond By
August 06, 2026
Identifier
FWS-R7-ES-2026-1255
NAICS
541720
This opportunity involves the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, seeking public comment and announcing actions related to marine mammal research permits and Tribal Revenue Allocation Plans. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Fisheries and Ecological Services, Alaska Region (Department of the Interior) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) - University of Memphis - Products/Services Requested: - Scientific research services involving the collection of blood and skin samples from 11 captive Pacific walruses (permit modification) - Part number: PER10641535 - Quantity: 11 - Permits previously issued to USGS and University of Memphis for marine mammal research (part numbers: PER19222522, PER14048379) - Information collection services for Tribal Revenue Allocation Plans (OMB Control Number 10760152, quantity: 20) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Activities must comply with the Marine Mammal Protection Act and associated statutory/regulatory conditions - Public comment is required for permit applications and information collection renewals - Research aims to improve aging methods for Pacific walruses to inform conservation and population assessments - Tribal Revenue Allocation Plans must include eligibility requirements and assurances for federally recognized Indian Tribes
Description
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service invites public comment on applications for permits to conduct activities involving marine mammals under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. The notice also announces recently issued permits in response to prior applications. Comments must be received by August 6, 2026, and can be submitted electronically or by mail. The permit applications include scientific research activities such as collecting samples from captive Pacific walruses to improve aging methods.