RFP AR26-02 - Preparation and Deployment of the vessel Freya as an artificial reef at the designated Windmill Point artificial reef site

The contract seeks sealed proposals from qualified contractors to prepare and deploy the vessel Freya as an artificial reef at the Windmill Point site in Mathews, Virginia. The winning contractor will be responsible for acquiring the vessel, ensuring its preparation complies with national reefing guidelines, and completing its deployment at the designated reef location. A critical requirement is that the contractor must relocate the vessel from its current location promptly, no later than 30 days after contract receipt. Issued by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission under solicitation number A402MRC:109477, the proposal submission deadline is January 5, 2026. The project falls under the NAICS code 561320, which relates to temporary help services but in this context applies to this specific specialized service. Interested contractors can contact James Smith of the agency for further information. The solicitation emphasizes a timely and compliant process to ensure the vessel's transformation into a functional artificial reef, enhancing marine habitats at the specified location.