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A -- MARINE TROPHIC INTERACTION'S IN THE NORTH PACIFIC SOL 52ABNF800062 DUE 050198 POC To reserve a copy of the announcement, call Ms. BJ Huyck at 206)526-4499 or fax 206)526-6025. For more information call Jan Sullivan at 206)526-6032. Conduct a study of the trophic dynamics of key fish species that are major sources of predation mortality on commercially important stocks or that may be competitors for resources with marine mammals and birds. Tasks include: (1) preserve stomach samples of fish or invertebrate species collected, identify, count and weigh; (2) assistance in collection of stomachs, plankton/benthic samples as required; (3) multivariate statistical analysis of the Bering Sea food habits database; (4) research on pinniped, fish, and bird trophic interactions is required; and (5) generate information on the life history of Atka macherel. The period of performance is from September 1, 1998 through August 31, 1999, with options for two (2) additional one-year option periods. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which will be considered by this agency. (0071)

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