Oyster Spat-on-Cultch Production and Deployment

The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) is seeking a qualified contractor to produce and deploy live oyster spat‑on‑cultch for reef restoration in the Mississippi Sound. The contractor must source broodstock locally, produce at least 200 million qualifying oysters, and deploy a minimum of 4,000 cubic yards of cultch at a density of 30,000‑80,000 spat per cubic yard. Deployments are limited to Monday‑Thursday, require 48‑hour notice, and must be inspected by MDMR staff. The contract is for two years with the possibility of extension, and payment is made upon satisfactory delivery of each deployment. • Minimum 200 million qualifying spat‑on‑cultch oysters deployed • At least 4,000 cubic yards of cultch material, density 30‑80 k spat/yd³ • Spat must be ≥5 mm, sourced from Mississippi Sound broodstock • Deployments Mon‑Thu only, with 48‑hour notice to MDMR • Two MDMR staff present at each deployment; contractor provides two staff for sampling • Detailed reporting and record‑keeping required for each deployment • Contract term: 2 years (possible extension) • Payment upon each qualified deployment, invoices processed within 45 days