Cat Cove Pollinator Habitat Restoration and Enhancement Project

The Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game, Division of Marine Fisheries, is seeking a qualified design-build team for the Cat Cove Pollinator Habitat Restoration and Enhancement Project at the Cat Cove Marine Laboratory in Salem. The project aims to transform existing lawns into native coastal meadows, manage invasive plant species, and restore native vegetation to improve biodiversity and ecological resilience. The scope of work includes site assessment, landscape architectural design, environmental permitting through the Salem Conservation Commission, planting installation, and an initial maintenance program. The initial phase is scheduled for Fall-Winter 2026 through Winter 2027, with an optional second phase for ongoing maintenance from July 2027 to July 2029. This is a Small Business set-aside under the Massachusetts Small Business Purchasing Program with an estimated initial value of 100,000 dollars. Award decisions will be based on a weighted scoring system evaluating the technical approach, price, environmental permitting experience, team qualifications, and the project schedule. Selected contractors must be licensed in Massachusetts, comply with state and federal anti-discrimination and labor laws, and utilize the Comptroller's payment system via Electronic Funds Transfer. All proposals must be submitted electronically through the COMMBUYS portal by the November 20, 2026, deadline.