Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-18621
Permits Issued for Marine Mammal and Endangered Species Protection Activities
Buyer
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Posted
September 11, 2026
Identifier
2026-18621
NAICS
541690
This notice announces the issuance and amendment of permits for marine mammal and endangered species protection activities by NOAA under the Department of Commerce. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) - Permit Recipients: - University of California at Santa Cruz - SeaWorld LLC - NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center - Center for Coastal Studies - Johns Hopkins University - NMFS Southwest Fisheries Science Center - Activities Authorized: - Scientific research on marine mammals and endangered species - Enhancement activities - Incidental take authorizations in U.S. federal waters and the Atlantic Ocean - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) - Environmental impact and mitigation requirements - No specific products, equipment, or OEMs are mentioned; focus is on regulatory compliance and permit issuance.
Description
This notice informs the public that permits have been issued under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The permits cover activities related to marine mammals and endangered species protection. The agencies involved include the Department of Commerce and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The notice includes information about permit issuance, amendments, and related regulatory compliance.