Opportunity
SAM #1333MF26Q0099
Technical Diving Team Services for Deep Coral Reef Monitoring in the U.S. Caribbean
Buyer
DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA EAD-NORFOLK-SAP
Posted
September 03, 2026
Respond By
September 08, 2026
Identifier
1333MF26Q0099
NAICS
541990, 541370
NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) is seeking specialized scientific diving services for coral reef conservation surveys in the U.S. Caribbean. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) - Office of Habitat Conservation - Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) - Services Requested: - Technical diving team to conduct Deep Coral Reef Monitoring Program (DCRMP) surveys - Surveys at mesophotic depths (30-50 meters) across 48 sites in Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, and St. John - Collection of reef fish and habitat data - Quality-controlled data entry into SEFSC database - Delivery of original datasheets and photos - Unique Requirements: - Compliance with American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) diving standards - Expertise in reef fish identification - Adherence to safety and environmental protocols - Final data delivery by February 15, 2028 - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers are mentioned - The procurement is focused exclusively on specialized scientific diving services for coral reef monitoring
Description
NMFS SEFSC request for Technical Diving Team contract to support the Coral Reef Conservation Act SurveysOR-FY26-04151/ FD-2026-482