Description
The State of Alaska is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of developing Afforestation, Reforestation, and Revegetation (ARR) carbon offset projects on State lands. The selected contractor will provide services including site screening, identification of applicable standards and methodologies, baseline and additionality assessment, preliminary carbon potential estimates, market context and financial modeling, risk assessment, and financing options analysis. The contractor will also provide deliverables such as a comprehensive feasibility report, GIS-based site maps, and a methodology assessment.
• The project aims to identify viable ARR projects and explore synergies with biomass-based solutions to maximize carbon sequestration potential and co-benefits.
• The contractor must demonstrate at least five years of experience conducting ARR feasibility studies or developing ARR carbon offset projects under recognized standards.
• The contract term is approximately two years, with completion expected by May 31, 2028.
• The estimated contract amount is not to exceed $200,000.
• The services will be provided on an as-needed basis, with no minimum or maximum work guaranteed.