The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) intends to award a sole source, firm fixed price contract to Histology Consultation Services, Inc. for processing fish ovaries to support research on fish reproduction and maturity. The contract will have a total period of performance from 2026 to 2031, consisting of one base year and four option years. The work involves standard histological processing, including tissue embedding, sectioning, and specialized staining, to determine age and size at maturity for commercially important fish species. This is not a competitive solicitation, but interested parties may submit a capabilities statement demonstrating their ability to meet the requirement. Capabilities statements are due by 1300 Eastern Time on Wednesday, 22 July 2026.