Opportunity
Federal Register #0648-0748
NOAA Request for Public Comment on Ocean Exploration Video Information Collection
Buyer
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Posted
September 17, 2026
Respond By
November 16, 2026
Identifier
0648-0748
NAICS
541910
NOAA, part of the Department of Commerce, is seeking public input on its information collection practices for ocean exploration video products. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Office of Ocean Exploration and Research - Purpose: - Request for public comment on information collection activities - Focused on analysis and review of ocean exploration video products - Activities: - Gathering feedback from scientists and the public - Improving data sharing, public understanding, and scientific collaboration - Information collected via online forms (participation assessments, account requests, interest solicitations for expeditions) - No specific products, OEMs, or vendors are involved - The opportunity is for comment and review, not procurement or acquisition
Description
The Department of Commerce is requesting public comments on the proposed and continuing information collections related to the analysis and review of ocean exploration video products. This collection supports NOAA's Office of Ocean Exploration and Research in managing data from deep-ocean exploration missions, including feedback from scientists and public engagement. The information is collected via online forms from scientists sailing on NOAA ships and members of the marine scientific community. The purpose is to improve data sharing, public understanding, and scientific collaboration in ocean exploration.