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Temporary closure of Pacific cod fishing for AFA trawl catcher/processors in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands

This notice announces a temporary regulatory action by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) affecting commercial fishing operations in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) - Action: Temporary closure of directed fishing for Pacific cod by American Fisheries Act (AFA) trawl catcher/processors in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands management area (BSAI) - Purpose: To prevent exceeding the annual 2026 Pacific cod total allowable catch (TAC) allocated to this sector - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a regulatory closure, not a procurement - No products or services are being requested or purchased - Unique Requirements: - Applies specifically to AFA trawl catcher/processors - Enforced to maintain sustainable fisheries management and compliance with TAC limits

Description

NMFS is prohibiting directed fishing for Pacific cod by American Fisheries Act (AFA) trawl catcher/processors in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands management area (BSAI). This action is necessary to prevent exceeding the annual 2026 Pacific cod total allowable catch (TAC) allocated to AFA trawl catcher/processors in the BSAI. The closure is effective from July 20, 2026, 1200 hours Alaska local time through December 31, 2026. The regulation is part of the management process for Pacific cod fishing in the specified area and timeframe.

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