Artificial Reef Construction

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking proposals to procure, prepare, and deploy reef-building materials across multiple permitted sites in the Atlantic Ocean, Great South Bay, and Long Island Sound, with the goal of enhancing marine habitats. The contract, valued between five and fifteen million dollars, will span two years with an option for a one-year extension, focusing on counties including Kings, Nassau, Queens, and Suffolk. Interested vendors must comply with state procurement guidelines and are encouraged to contact the designated department representative for further details. The department emphasizes a commitment to diversity, aiming for a 30% MWBE participation rate and a 6% goal for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business contracting, though this is not a set-aside. Bidders should note that the department prefers entities with prior experience in similar reef construction projects, particularly those like the Long Island Artificial Reef Society or Fred's Reef Corp, which have completed comparable contracts within the last five years. The procurement process is open until November 4, 2025, and the project aims to support marine ecosystem development through the strategic placement of reef materials. All correspondence regarding the solicitation should be directed to Christopher LaPorta, a biologist at the department, via email.