Richmond Planet bids #RFP_PPMT_Basin_4_Lease_2026

Port of Richmond Seeks Operator for Maritime Emissions Reduction Facility at Basin 4

The City of Richmond, through its Port of Richmond, is seeking proposals for the long-term lease, development, and operation of Basin 4 at the Point Potrero Marine Terminal to establish a maritime emissions reduction and clean technology facility. - Government Buyer: - City of Richmond, Port of Richmond - Scope of Work: - Lease, develop, improve, and operate Basin 4 waterfront property - Establish and maintain a facility for maritime emissions reduction and clean maritime technology - Support compliance with California Air Resources Board (CARB) At-Berth regulations and other environmental requirements - Deploy CARB-approved emissions control technology for ocean-going vessels - Provide commercial maritime services to regulated vessels at the port - Invest in facility improvements and emissions control equipment - Create skilled maritime jobs and provide workforce/economic benefits - Vendor Requirements: - Minimum five years of maritime operations experience - Proven commercial service to ocean-going vessels - Ownership or access to CARB-approved emissions reduction technology - Demonstrated financial capacity and capital investment plan - Compliance with strict insurance, environmental, and business licensing obligations - Adherence to local ordinances and sanctuary city contracting rules - Products/Services Requested: - Maritime emissions reduction and clean technology operations (no specific part numbers or quantities specified) - Facility improvements and deployment of emissions control equipment (OEMs and specific products not named) - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must include a lease and revenue share structure - Capital investment and performance schedule to be proposed by bidders - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to all qualified maritime operators with relevant technology and experience

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 will support compliance with air quality and maritime environmental regulations, reduce emissions from vessels, maintain the premises safely, and generate economic value for the Port. Proposals must demonstrate maritime operations experience, commercial operating experience, emissions reduction technology, and financial capacity.

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