Coastal Construction Services for Sylvan Beach Harvey Repair

The Texas General Land Office is soliciting a qualified contractor to perform coastal construction services aimed at restoring Sylvan Beach in Chambers County, Texas, to its pre-Hurricane Harvey condition, function, and capacity. The project, initiated in response to the significant shoreline damage caused by the storm in August 2017, seeks to rehabilitate the engineered beach system to ensure long-term resilience and coastal protection. Work will involve specialized coastal engineering techniques to rebuild sand volume, reconstruct dunes, and reestablish natural beach processes that were degraded during the hurricane event. The solicitation, identified as RFP_7889B-ST, was posted on June 22, 2026, with responses due by August 4, 2026. The contract is open to qualified vendors without specific set-aside status and falls under the jurisdiction of the State of Texas. All work must be performed at Sylvan Beach in Chambers County, Texas. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Susan Tipton-Hines, reachable via email or phone at the provided details, and further information is available through the Texas SmartBuy portal. The contractor must demonstrate proven experience in coastal restoration, familiarity with regulatory requirements for Texas shoreline projects, and the ability to execute complex, environmentally sensitive construction under strict timelines and safety standards.