Environmental Economics and Cost-Benefit Analysis

The contract requires a comprehensive economic evaluation of environmental restoration strategies focused on nutrient reduction, dredging, and invasive species control within the St. Johns River Water Management District. The primary objective is to conduct detailed cost-benefit analyses that quantify the economic impacts of these interventions, assessing their long-term sustainability and return on investment. This work must translate ecological outcomes into financial metrics to support informed decision-making regarding resource allocation and policy prioritization. Performance is expected to involve rigorous analytical methods to compare the expenses of implementation against the projected environmental and economic benefits over time. The effort is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 541690,indicating it falls under other scientific and technical consulting services. Responses are due by July 17, 2026, with the work centered in Florida, though specific performance location details are not provided. The urgency of the timeline reflects the need for timely economic guidance to guide restoration planning and funding decisions in the region.