Special Studies/Analysis- Oceanological

Product Service Code (PSC) B526, categorized as Special Studies/Analysis- Oceanological, encompasses scientific research and specialized analytical services focused on marine and oceanic environments. These studies typically involve comprehensive investigations of marine ecosystems, oceanographic phenomena, maritime infrastructure, and environmental interactions. The scope includes research on marine species, coastal dynamics, offshore energy development impacts, acoustic monitoring, and complex environmental assessments that require advanced scientific methodologies and specialized technical expertise.

The federal contract awards under this PSC demonstrate a diverse range of oceanographic studies with contract values ranging from $6,500 to $4,699,835, and performance periods generally spanning one to five years. Key funding agencies include the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, U.S. Geological Survey, Department of the Navy, and U.S. Coast Guard. Frequently awarded entities include research institutions like the University of Alaska Anchorage, marine science organizations such as CSA Ocean Sciences Inc., and specialized consulting firms like Marda Science, LLC. Most contracts are firm fixed-price and without specific set-aside designations, though some utilize small business or 8(a) set-asides. Performance locations are predominantly coastal regions including California, Alaska, Washington, and the Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf.

The federal contract opportunities posted reflect complex oceanographic research requirements, including comprehensive analyses of maritime transportation systems in the Arctic, passive acoustic monitoring networks, geospatial data analysis of coastal ecosystems, and specialized oceanographic studies. These opportunities primarily target small businesses and research institutions with advanced technical capabilities in marine science, geospatial analysis, and environmental monitoring. Requesting agencies include the U.S. Coast Guard, Naval Research Laboratory, and U.S. Geological Survey, with performance locations concentrated in Alaska, Washington, D.C., and coastal regions. The opportunities emphasize technical expertise in areas such as marine mammal monitoring, climate change impact assessment, and advanced data visualization techniques.