Summary:
BSFRF is seeking to charter two vessels to complete a third, seasonal, high-priority, Bering Sea crab research project focused on Bristol Bay red king crab (BBRKC). The research will be conducted on board two Bering Sea crab vessels using commercial king crab pots to complete sampling over the primary BBRKC grounds to improve the understanding of seasonal crab distribution. The research is part of ongoing collaborative crab research between BSFRF, NOAA, and ADFG.
Open Period:
January 7, 2026, through January 21, 2026 (23:59 pm Pacific Standard Time)
Expected Charter Start Date:
March 12-13, 2026
Charter Term:
22-25 days, charter begins on departure day and ends on return day, total term may change
Please see the full RFP for charter requirements and study details for CPS3.
There will be a QA zoom session to help answer any questions on Friday 1/16 @ 11 am PST.
Click here for the full RFP!