B--26-462 Scientific AK Marine Mammal Services

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) – National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) seeks qualified contractors to provide professional scientific services for analysis of stomach contents and diet of stranded marine mammals in Alaska. The work includes sample receipt, laboratory processing, identification of prey items, quantitative diet composition reporting, and delivery of final technical reports. Contractors must be registered in SAM and capable of handling hazardous biological material, adhering to federal procurement regulations, and meeting a strict deadline of September 10 2026 for quotation submission. • Scope: Stomach and diet analysis of Alaska‑stranded marine mammals (e.g., seals, sea lions, whales). • Deliverables: Laboratory data sets, species identification, quantitative diet summaries, final technical report. • Requirements: SAM registration, relevant scientific expertise, ability to work with hazardous samples, compliance with NOAA/NMFS standards. • Deadline for quotes: 09/10/2026 (extended from 09/07/2026). • Contract type: RFQ (non‑binding quotation request).