The contract is for a feasibility study to re-open the East Pass in St. Andrews Bay, Florida. The study will include a preliminary design and permitting for the project. The contract was awarded to MRD Associates, Inc. for a total of $1,000,000. The project is funded by a RESTORE Act Grant. The scope of work includes designing a hydraulically stable channel, restoring and enhancing water quality, and providing a public benefit. The contract also includes provisions for insurance, indemnification, and termination.