Engineering Services for Restoring Marsh Habitat and Public Green Spaces at South Easton Pond

City of Newport Department of Utilities

Buyer seeks engineering services to evaluate and improve the drainage channel (Moat) along South Easton Pond in Newport, RI. The project focuses on restoring marsh habitat, stabilizing erosion, enhancing flood management through nature-based solutions, and increasing public access with walking paths. This work will protect a critical drinking water reservoir while creating green spaces for the community. The project aims to address climate resilience concerns affecting water quality and infrastructure stability.

• 8/5/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 6/30/2026 - Project Completion

• Project must be under direction of RI-registered professional engineer
• Project manager must have relevant recent experience with Clean Water Infrastructure Plans

• Evaluate existing and future site conditions for the Moat drainage channel
• Conduct desktop analysis of stormwater impacts, natural resources, and geology
• Perform topographical and wetland surveys through on-site fieldwork
• Develop nature-based strategies for erosion control and bank stabilization
• Design marsh habitat restoration and creation for additional flood storage
• Create conceptual designs for extending walking path connections
• Coordinate public engagement workshops to gather community feedback
• Prepare restoration plans with cost estimates and implementation strategies
• Assess climate resilience factors including precipitation and storm surge projections
• Coordinate pre-application meetings with relevant permitting agencies
• Develop designs considering both present-day and 2070 projected climate conditions
• Prepare quarterly progress reports throughout project duration
• Conduct risk assessments for drinking water supply protection
• Create engineering solutions that enhance public accessibility while preserving infrastructure
• Develop adaptive and flexible solutions for variable climate conditions
• Incorporate bioengineering techniques in stabilization designs
• Connect existing engineered walking path to Memorial Boulevard bridge
• Design strategies to mitigate flooding from precipitation and tidal events
• Evaluate stability of adjacent dam structures
• Integrate project with other municipal resilience plans