Opportunity
Hawaii eProcurement Portal #P27000221
Hawaii Seeks Contractor for False Killer Whale Conservation Research and Data Collection
Posted
August 11, 2026
Respond By
September 11, 2026
Identifier
P27000221
NAICS
541715
The State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR), is seeking a contractor to support conservation efforts for the endangered Main Hawaiian Islands False Killer Whale population. - Government Buyer: - State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources - Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) - Procurement Officer: Laura A Jackson - Products/Services Requested: - Contracted research services for field data collection and analysis - Activities include: - Photo identification - Collection of biopsies, breath, and fecal samples - Satellite tagging of whales - Data analysis and sharing with research partners - Outreach and reporting - Quantities: - One contract for comprehensive research and data collection services - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractor must hold valid NMFS scientific research permits - Minimum of 5 years relevant experience required - $45,000 in matching funds must be provided by the contractor - All-inclusive pricing (taxes and fees included) - Compliance with Hawaii Compliance Express (HCE) for state regulations - Contract term is up to 12 months, not to exceed September 30, 2027, and is funded by NOAA Award NA25NMFX472G0017 - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
The State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Aquatic Resources, is soliciting proposals for contracted data collection to support conservation and long-term management of the insular population of false killer whales in Hawaii. The work primarily involves field work to collect health data and samples from live Main Hawaiian Island False Killer Whales using various techniques, followed by data analysis. The project is statewide and aims to aid in the cooperative conservation efforts for this endangered species. Proposals are to be submitted electronically via HIePRO by September 11, 2026.