Opportunity
My Florida Marketplace #SS 26 27 06
Marine Debris Removal and Oyster Reef Restoration Services for Aquaculture Leases near Cedar Key, FL
Posted
May 01, 2026
Respond By
May 22, 2026
Identifier
SS 26 27 06
NAICS
562998
This opportunity seeks specialized marine debris removal services to restore aquacultural lease areas near Cedar Key, Florida, following hurricane impacts. - Government Buyer: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Division of Aquaculture - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; eligibility is strictly limited to aquaculture parcel leaseholders, sublessees, or authorized users with active State-Owned Sovereignty Submerged Land Aquaculture Leases - Services Requested: - Removal of derelict clam bags and marine debris from designated aquaculture parcels - Separation and transportation of cultch material to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)-designated restoration sites - Disposal of debris at Department-designated shoreside dumpsters - Contractors must provide their own equipment (boats, motors, winches, lines, etc.) and have prior cleanup experience - Only entities with access to the specified lease parcels are eligible, due to statutory protections - Supported by a federal NOAA grant, the project aims to restore oyster reef habitats - Estimated contract value up to $935,000 for one year, with payment up to $70 per clam bag removed
Description
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services intends to enter into a single source agreement with aquaculture parcel leaseholders, sublessees, or authorized users holding active State-Owned Sovereignty Submerged Land Aquaculture Leases. The contract involves specialized services for marine debris removal on aquacultural leases near Cedary Key, Florida, including removal of derelict clam bags and debris, separation and transportation of cultch material, and disposal of debris. Contractors must provide their own equipment and follow program guidelines. The procurement is supported by a federal grant and aims to restore oyster reef habitat impacted by recent hurricane seasons.