Attachment_AA-002.docx

The document is an attachment (Attachment_AA-002.docx) related to Invitation to Bid (ITB) 25-104 for Artificial Reef Deployment issued by Citrus County, Florida. The project involves barging and deploying 2,000 to 3,000 tons of processed concrete construction debris to Fish Haven #1, located approximately 25 miles west of Homosassa in the Gulf of America. The deployment is part of the Florida State Expenditure Plan (FSEP) 13-3 artificial reef program, with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit #SAJ-1999-00814 valid through April 18, 2027. The primary objective is to restore and revitalize the Gulf Economy by expanding reef acreage and increasing recreational activities.

The project is funded through the FSEP 13-3 program, with the specific goal of creating additional marine habitat and supporting local economic development. The county has already secured the necessary environmental permits, which simplifies the implementation process. The artificial reef deployment will utilize processed concrete construction debris, suggesting a sustainable approach to marine habitat creation and waste repurposing. While specific pricing details are not provided in the available documentation, the project appears to be a strategic initiative to enhance marine ecosystems and support local recreational and economic interests in the Gulf region.