NYS Coastal Resilient Design

RFP #24-OPD-8: CLEAR Initiative Phase II

Technical Scope of Work

Engineering & Policy Deliverables
  • Advance a minimum of five priority infrastructure projects to 30% schematic design stage across eight Great Lakes counties.
  • Perform high-resolution topographic and bathymetric surveys to establish accurate baseline data.
  • Execute advanced hydrodynamic modeling to simulate wave energy impacts under future lake-level and climate scenarios.
  • Conduct sediment transport analysis to support nature-based "Living Shorelines" solutions (vegetation, oyster reefs, beach nourishment).
  • Prepare economic impact assessments quantifying protection of tourism, commercial fishing, and residential property values.
  • Facilitate a minimum of four stakeholder engagement sessions per county to navigate public and regulatory sentiment.
  • Navigate complex permitting requirements from NYS DEC and DOS for shoreline stabilization.
  • Develop comprehensive funding strategies targeting federal (FEMA BRIC) and state (NYS GIGP) grants for construction.

Technical Evaluation Matrix

Weighted Scoring Methodology

The technical evaluation for this RFP is weighted at 80% of the total score. Proposers must demonstrate:

  • Methodology for "Hydrodynamic Integration" accounting for Great Lakes seiche effects.
  • Proven track record of navigating NYS DEC Article 15 and 25 permitting for nature-based infrastructure.
  • Lead Coastal Engineer with minimum 15 years experience in glacial-lake geomorphology.
  • Case studies of NOAA-funded resilience projects.

Procurement

100% Federal Funding (NOAA). Strict MWBE/SDVOB participation goals (30% aggregate).

Timeline

Jan 26, 2026: Proposals Due.
Feb 2027: Contract Completion.

Wadsworth Center Lab

RFP #7604: Life Sciences Consolidation

Special Inspections Scope

High-Containment Oversight
  • Provide comprehensive Special Inspections for a 640,000 SF BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratory environment.
  • Verify integrity of airtight envelope assemblies and high-performance HEPA HVAC filtration systems.
  • Oversee complex plumbing for hazardous waste neutralization and specialized medical gas piping.
  • Monitor high-strength concrete pours for deep pile foundations and seismic/vibration control steel.
  • Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) of structural steel weldments and critical utility penetrations.
  • Audit architectural finishes (epoxy flooring, hermetic seals) to prevent biocontainment cross-contamination.
  • Maintain daily digital field reporting for real-time non-conformance remediation.
  • Manage specialized laboratory commissioning interface for high-density utility density.

Technical Evaluation

  • Focus on "Clean Room" and BSL-3 construction oversight experience.
  • Requirement for ICC/AWS-certified personnel with lab-specific backgrounds.
  • Evaluated on Digital Transformation capability (BIM integration).

Procurement

DASNY "Best Value" Selection. Technical weight: 80%. MWBE goals apply.

Timeline

Services: Q3 2025 – 2029.

NJ PFAS Pilot Program

RFP #007-2024: Reservoir Treatment

Technical Pilot Scope

Emerging Contaminant Remediation
  • Design and construct a 50-100 GPM multi-technology pilot treatment facility at Wanaque Reservoir.
  • Test efficacy of Granular Activated Carbon (GAC), Ion Exchange (IX), and Novel Adsorbents.
  • Implement parts-per-trillion (ppt) sampling protocols for PFOA and PFOS under NJ DEP regulations.
  • Develop Engineering Performance Reports analyzing breakthrough curves and media life-cycles.
  • Conduct full-scale feasibility study for a 100+ MGD permanent treatment plant design.
  • Evaluate energy intensity and capital costs for media regeneration vs. disposal.
  • Support public communication efforts with science-based data for downstream consumers.

Technical Evaluation

  • Expertise in chemical engineering for advanced adsorption.
  • Capability to manage high Total Organic Carbon (TOC) interference.
  • ELAP-certified laboratory partnership requirements.

Procurement

NJDWSC Sealed Bid. 15% SBE goal.

Timeline

Operational by Q2 2025; Final report due Q3 2026.

Pennsauken Inspections

Infrastructure Renewal Program

Municipal Services Scope

Asset Quality Assurance
  • Provide on-call Special Inspections for building renovations, firehouse retrofits, and drainage projects.
  • Ensure compliance with New Jersey Uniform Construction Code (NJUCC) for all municipal assets.
  • Monitor reinforced concrete, structural masonry, bolting, and spray-applied fireproofing.
  • Execute "Subgrade Stability" verification including soil density and compaction testing.
  • Conduct forensic engineering investigations for legacy infrastructure failures.
  • Utilize Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR) and ultrasonic testing for utility vault assessments.
  • Provide technical liaison support and independent cost estimates for construction change orders.
  • Maintain digital repository of all structural integrity records for long-term accountability.

Technical Evaluation

  • 4-hour emergency response time requirement.
  • High ratio of PE-licensed engineers to field technicians.
  • Familiarity with South Jersey sandy loam soil conditions.

Procurement

Fair & Open RFP. 3-year term + options.

Timeline

Start Q1 2025 through 2028.

DuPont Remediation CM

Legacy Industrial Site Oversight

CM Services Scope

Hazardous Site Coordination
  • Manage Construction Management (CM) for multi-site PFAS treatment system installations.
  • Oversight of high-capacity groundwater extraction wells and industrial piping networks.
  • Enforce Health and Safety (HASP) protocols in Level B and Level C PPE contaminated zones.
  • Coordinate "Complex Tie-ins" with aging industrial wastewater infrastructure without permit disruption.
  • Review specialized treatment hardware including automated resin-regeneration units.
  • Manage project scheduling via Primavera P6 and audit multi-million dollar contingency funds.
  • Verify contractor quality through hydrostatic tests, electrical grounding, and PLC audits.
  • Act as technical liaison between corporate teams and state regulatory agencies (DNREC/NJDEP).

Technical Evaluation

  • Experience Modification Rate (EMR) requirement below 0.9.
  • Usage of 3D laser scanning and drone-based surveys for tracking.
  • CMAA certification for project leadership.

Procurement

Private-sector RFP. Performance-based incentives.

Timeline

Phase 1 Q2 2025; Completion Q4 2026.

NYSDEC Standby Engineering

Multi-Region Response Term

Statewide On-Call Scope

Environmental Site Remediation
  • Manage task-order based engineering for Inactive Hazardous Waste sites and Brownfields.
  • Develop Remedial Investigations (RI), Feasibility Studies (FS), and Records of Decision (ROD).
  • Design and oversee soil-vapor extraction (SVE) and groundwater pump-and-treat systems.
  • Deploy 24/7 Emergency Response teams to spill sites within a 4-12 hour window.
  • Monitor Institutional and Engineering Controls (IC/ECs) including caps and slurry walls.
  • Process and manage laboratory data within the NYSDEC EquIS database system.
  • Provide expert testimony for litigation against responsible parties for remediation recovery.
  • Coordinate multiple simultaneous Work Assignments (WAs) with rigorous state documentation standards.

Technical Evaluation

  • Statewide bench strength (presence near DEC regional offices).
  • Mastery of DER-10 Technical Guidance for site investigation.
  • Track record of "State-Lead" project management.

Procurement

NYS Master Service Agreement. 30% MWBE/SDVOB goals.

Timeline

5-year base term contract.