Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #3000026472

Louisiana Solicitation for Oyster Cultch Material Deployment in Johnson Bayou

This opportunity involves the deployment of oyster cultch material to restore oyster habitat in Johnson Bayou, Louisiana, for the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). - Government Buyer: - State of Louisiana, Office of State Procurement, for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) - Project Scope: - Furnish and deploy 31,500 tons of oyster cultch material in a 200-acre area within the Public Oyster Seed Grounds, St. Bernard Parish - Cultch material options: - Clean oyster shells (preferred, with a 10% bid preference) - Limestone, granite, marble, concrete, or other approved materials - Combinations of the above, with substitute materials requiring LDWF approval - Material must be clean, free of contaminants, and sized 1–4 inches along the shortest axis - No pre-washing required; material must be free of plastics, trash, and hazardous substances - Services Required: - Marine transportation and deposition of cultch material using vessels that do not damage water bottoms - Compliance with all environmental, safety, and permit regulations - Daily reporting, post-construction surveys, and correction of deficiencies if needed - Notable Requirements: - Contractor must hold a license in heavy construction or coastal restoration - 5% bid bond required for bids over $50,000 - LDWF may adjust the total material amount by up to 25% based on funding - Penalties of $1,000 per day for late completion or insufficient delivery - Award based on lowest cost per ton, with preference for oyster shell material - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to qualified bidders

Description

This solicitation is for the deployment of oyster cultch material for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) in the Johnson Bayou area within the Public Oyster Seed Grounds in St. Bernard Parish. The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, and necessary items to furnish and deploy 31,500 tons of oyster cultch material, including oyster shells, limestone, granite, marble, or concrete, according to detailed specifications. The work includes transportation, deposition within a designated 200-acre area, and compliance with environmental and safety regulations. The project timeline requires work to begin no earlier than September 8, 2026, and be completed by March 12, 2027, with penalties for delays.

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