Aquatic Habitat Restoration with Shell Material

The contract titled Aquatic Habitat Restoration with Shell Material pertains to the restoration of shellfish beds through the placement of pre-treated oyster or shell material sourced exclusively from approved suppliers. This work is to be conducted in designated aquatic zones within the state of Oregon, with the primary place of performance identified as Salem, Oregon, under the ZIP code 97301. The effort is aimed at revitalizing degraded marine habitats by reintroducing structured shell substrates that support native shellfish populations and enhance ecological resilience. This is a subcontract opportunity under NAICS code 541620, with a response deadline of May 13, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET. The contracting entity is Waterways Stewardship under the Oregon agency division, and while no set-aside designation is specified, all participants must adhere to strict sourcing and placement protocols to ensure environmental compliance and habitat effectiveness. All materials must meet pre-treatment standards and be delivered and installed in accordance with technical and regulatory guidelines established by the contracting authority. Proposals must be submitted prior to the deadline through the provided official portal.