[Chesapeake Bay Foundation](https://www.cbf.org)

August 22, 2025 (4:00 PM EST)

Not specified; contract-based award for comprehensive report and capacity assessment

Seeks a contractor to assess tidal wetland restoration capacity challenges in Chesapeake Bay jurisdictions and propose a roadmap to build capacity.

--- ## Description This Request for Proposals (RFP) is issued to identify and contract with a qualified organization or individual to compile and assess the primary capacity-related challenges facing tidal wetland restoration across the Chesapeake Bay region. The selected contractor will conduct research and stakeholder engagement to identify the top issues affecting tidal wetland restoration capacity in Washington, D.C., Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. The final deliverable is a comprehensive report that details these challenges, with a particular focus on workforce hiring and retention, and provides a prioritized roadmap for building capacity to accelerate voluntary tidal wetland project implementation and conservation efforts in the Bay watershed. --- ## Due Dates - Proposal deadline: **August 22, 2025, 4:00 PM EST** _This opportunity is currently open._ --- ## Funding Amount - The RFP does not specify a maximum or minimum award amount. - Funding is provided on a contract basis for the completion of the comprehensive assessment and report. - Award amount will be based on the proposed budget and scope of work. --- ## Eligibility - Open to qualified contractors, consulting firms, non-profit organizations, academic institutions, or individuals with demonstrated experience in environmental assessment, capacity building, and/or tidal wetland restoration. - Applicants should have expertise relevant to Chesapeake Bay tidal wetlands, workforce development, and organizational capacity analysis. - Prior experience working with multiple jurisdictions and engaging diverse stakeholders is highly desirable. --- ## Application Process - **Review the full RFP:** [Download the RFP here](https://cbtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/Final-WetlandsCap_Developing-Capacity_RFP_7.22.25.pdf) - **Prepare your proposal:** Address all required elements in the RFP, including approach, timeline, qualifications, and budget. - **Submit your proposal:** Applications must be submitted through the Trust’s online system: [Online Application System](https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/programs/1086bfee-b1c3-451d-9de9-7aee12072023) - **Resources:** Applicants are required to use the Chesapeake Bay Trust’s Financial Management Spreadsheet (FMS) for the budget. [Download the FMS](https://cbtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/Financial-Management-Spreadsheet_2.2025.xlsx) - **Deadline:** All materials must be submitted by August 22, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST. --- ## Additional Information - A virtual information session was held on August 6, 2025. [View the session recording](https://vimeo.com/1108149419?share=copy#t=0) and [download the slides](https://cbtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/RFP-for-Developing-Capacity-INFO-SESSION_8.6.25.pdf). - Frequently asked questions about the RFP are available: [FAQ Document](https://cbtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/FAQ_Developing-Tidal-Wetlands-Capacity-Building-RFP.pdf) - Proposals must clearly address capacity challenges by jurisdiction and propose actionable, prioritized strategies. --- ## External Links - [RFP and Bidder Opportunities Overview](https://cbtrust.org/grants/bidder-opportunities/) - [Applicant Resources, Forms & Policies](https://cbtrust.org/grants/applicant-resources-forms-policies/) - [Online Application Portal](https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/programs/1086bfee-b1c3-451d-9de9-7aee12072023) - [Full RFP PDF](https://cbtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/Final-WetlandsCap_Developing-Capacity_RFP_7.22.25.pdf) - [FAQ Document](https://cbtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/FAQ_Developing-Tidal-Wetlands-Capacity-Building-RFP.pdf) - [Information Session Recording](https://vimeo.com/1108149419?share=copy#t=0) - [Information Session Slides](https://cbtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/RFP-for-Developing-Capacity-INFO-SESSION_8.6.25.pdf) - [Financial Management Spreadsheet (FMS)](https://cbtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/Financial-Management-Spreadsheet_2.2025.xlsx) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Department | Email | Phone | Web Contact | |-----------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|------------------|----------------------------------------------| | Chesapeake Bay Trust Grants Team | [Use contact form](https://www.cbf.org/about-cbf/contact-us.html) | 888-728-3229 | [Contact Page](https://www.cbf.org/about-cbf/contact-us.html) | For technical questions about the application portal or process, refer to the [Applicant Resources](https://cbtrust.org/grants/applicant-resources-forms-policies/). ---

Developing Tidal Wetlands Capacity

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