Opportunity
Federal Register #NOAA-NOS-2025-0023
NOAA Seeks Input for Management Plan Review of Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries
Buyer
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Posted
July 10, 2026
Respond By
August 24, 2026
Identifier
NOAA-NOS-2025-0023
NOAA, part of the Department of Commerce, is seeking public input to inform the review and update of management plans for the Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Department of Commerce - Purpose: - Gather information and recommendations from individuals, organizations, Tribes, and government agencies - Focus on research, monitoring, habitat restoration, wildlife protection, public awareness, and ecosystem management - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured at this stage - No OEMs or vendors are specified - Unique Requirements: - Public comment submission (written and oral) - Engagement with a broad range of stakeholders - No anticipated regulatory changes as part of this review - Input will inform the development of a unified management plan for both sanctuaries
Description
NOAA is reviewing the management plans of the Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries to evaluate progress toward the sanctuaries' goals and to develop a unified management plan for both sanctuaries. The review process includes collecting information from individuals, organizations, Tribes, and government agencies on priority activities. NOAA will accept written comments electronically and oral comments at a public meeting. Currently, NOAA does not anticipate proposing regulatory changes as part of this review.