24-0042 Eradication of Caulerpa prolifera in Newport Bay, California

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is seeking a contractor to provide diving and eradication services for the "Eradication of Caulerpa prolifera in Newport Bay, California" project. The contract requires the selected contractor to perform quarterly dive surveys in previously infested areas, conduct eradication and surveillance-level dives in high-risk areas, maintain a GIS database, collaborate with the Southern California Caulerpa Action Team (SCCAT), and develop and implement a Caulerpa outreach and education program. The contractor must have project management experience, in-water personnel certified in the Caulerpa Control Protocol, and a proven track record of coordinating with various stakeholders and obtaining required permits. The contract term is from August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2026, with no option to renew. Proposals are due by July 18, 2024.

The RFP includes preferences and incentives for small businesses and disabled veteran-owned businesses. Printing services must be obtained through the Department of General Services. The budget must include costs for providing rights under labor and employment codes, and travel costs will be reimbursed at state-approved rates. The contract value or budget range is not provided in the given information.