Oyster Pads and Wave Trip at Long Bird Island, Houston Ship Channel
This grant seeks statements of interest for research and development related to oyster pads and wave action at Long Bird Island in the Houston Ship Channel, with $100,000 available for a 12-month base period.
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Funder: Fort Worth District
Due Dates: February 23, 2026: Statements of Interest (SOI) submission deadline (due by 2:00 PM Central Time via email)
Funding Amounts: Base period: ~$100,000; award range: $100,000–$533,000; up to 5 years (base + 4 option years, if funded)
Summary: Supports research and monitoring of artificial oyster habitats at Long Bird Island, Houston Ship Channel, to assess ecological function and effectiveness of mitigation efforts.
Key Information: Open only to Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units (CESU) members; SOI required, not a full proposal.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Fort Worth District, seeks Statements of Interest (SOI) from qualified Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units (CESU) members for research and monitoring of artificial oyster habitats at Long Bird Island in the Houston Ship Channel. The project aims to assess the ecological function and success of constructed oyster reefs, supporting ecosystem mitigation and restoration goals associated with channel expansion and maintenance. The work includes field surveys, data analysis, and reporting in line with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department protocols, with the potential for additional tasks and follow-on years based on performance and funding.
