Opportunity
Richmond Planet bids #144015
Port of Richmond Seeks Operator for Maritime Emissions Reduction Facility at Basin 4
Posted
July 16, 2026
Respond By
August 05, 2026
Identifier
144015
NAICS
488310, 488390, 532411
The City of Richmond, through its Port of Richmond, is seeking proposals from qualified maritime operators to lease, develop, and operate Basin 4 at the Point Potrero Marine Terminal for a clean maritime technology and emissions reduction facility. - Government Buyer: - City of Richmond, Port of Richmond - Scope of Work: - Lease, develop, improve, and operate Basin 4 waterfront property - Establish a facility focused on maritime emissions reduction and clean maritime technology - Support compliance with California Air Resources Board (CARB) At-Berth Regulation - Provide emissions reduction services to regulated vessel categories - Invest in capital improvements and equipment for emissions control - Create skilled maritime employment and support workforce development - Deliver economic benefits to the Port and local community - Vendor Requirements: - Minimum five years of maritime operations experience - Proven deployment of CARB-approved emissions reduction technology - Demonstrated financial capacity for capital investment and ongoing operations - Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with environmental and insurance standards - Proposals must include a gross revenue share to the Port - Detailed capital investment and operating plans required - No set-aside restrictions; open to all qualified firms - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Leasing, development, and operation of Basin 4 for maritime emissions reduction and clean technology services - Deployment of emissions control technology (no specific part numbers or quantities provided)
Description
The City of Richmond, CA, through the Port of Richmond, invites proposals from qualified firms to lease, develop, improve, and operate waterfront property at Basin 4 within the Point Potrero Marine Terminal. The project aims to establish a long-term maritime emissions reduction and clean maritime technology facility. The selected operator must run a financially sustainable maritime business, support air quality and environmental regulations, reduce vessel emissions, maintain the premises safely, and generate economic value for the Port. Proposals are due by August 5, 2026, and must be submitted electronically.