Description
This solicitation seeks engineering‑design services for focused in‑stream habitat restoration projects (NRCS RCPP #3137) in Maine (excluding Cumberland and York counties). The work covers the 30 % conceptual, 60 % detailed, and final design phases for up to twelve distinct projects, each with a maximum NRCS cost‑share of $450,000 (or no cap for tribal entities). Designs must align with USDA‑NRCS Practice 395 and be completed within a 365‑day period beginning August 15 2026. The Department will fund the design portion only; project‑management and indirect costs must be covered by the consultant’s own resources or a nonprofit partner. The award is a single‑year contract for engineering services.
• Scope: engineering design (conceptual, detailed, final) of stream‑restoration structures (wood/rock placements, channel modifications, dam removals).
• Funding limit: up to $75,000 per design contract (as per Q&A amendment).
• Timeline: applications due May 29 2026; design work runs Aug 15 2026 – Aug 14 2027.
• Eligibility: vendors must be active in the Maine Vendor Self‑Service System, have FSA eligibility, and secure landowner consent.