Coastal Restoration Project Funding

St. Tammany Parish LA is preparing for a pre-RFP opportunity related to funding for coastal restoration projects. This signal indicates upcoming procurement opportunities that vendors should monitor closely. During a recent Finance Committee meeting, discussions centered on three projects funded by GMEA funds, particularly the Northshore Living Shorelines project. This initiative aims to develop a living shoreline along the Lake Pontchartrain coastline near Goose Point, incorporating features designed to enhance local habitats. Construction is estimated to begin in fall 2026, making this an important opportunity for contractors in the environmental and construction sectors. An excerpt from the meeting highlights the project's significance: “This includes three projects that are funded by GMEA funds. The first project listed is for Northshore Living Shorelines. Um, this project will help develop a living shoreline along the Lake Pon Train coastline near Goose Point. The project includes wave wave attenuation features that provide a suitable habitat for local fauna. Construction is estimated to begin in the fall of 2026. The total project budget is $4.5 million. $3.5 million is funded by GO Mesa and 1 million is funded by CP.” Agency: St. Tammany Parish LA Signal type: pre_RFP Sentinel confidence: 100/100 Independent mentions: 1 Meeting date / jurisdiction: 2026-08-06 / St. Tammany Parish LA Vendors interested in this opportunity should keep an eye out for the formal RFP, RFI, or RFQ as the project progresses.