Request for Quote

Community Greening Project

Long Island Conservation Alliance (LIC) is seeking quotes for services supporting a community greening project that will create native habitat and public green space.

What We’re Seeking

LIC is seeking quotes from New York State-certified Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB) for the following:

1. Interpretive signage: design and fabrication of bilingual (English and Spanish) outdoor native-plant signs.
2. Site furnishings: supply and installation of outdoor benches.
3. Printing: outreach and community meeting materials, and a short final report.
4. Translation and interpretation: English-to-Spanish translation and interpretation.
5. Engineering: licensed engineering review.

Firms may quote on one or more items.

What to Include in Your Quote

• Company name, contact person, phone and email
• NYS MWBE and/or SDVOB certification number
• Item(s) quoted, with pricing
• Estimated timeline
• One or two references for similar work

How to Submit

Submit quotes by email to devon@longislandconservationalliance.org by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, with “Community Greening RFQ” in the subject line.

This request is for quotes only and does not guarantee a contract. Any award depends on funding.

Specialized Invasive Species Removal & Native Habitat Restoration

Issued by: Long Island Conservation Alliance   |   Date: 10/30/25

1. Overview

The Long Island Conservation Alliance (LIC) is seeking quote proposals from qualified contractors for invasive species removal and native habitat restoration services. This project is part of a broader initiative to improve water quality, restore native biodiversity, and engage community volunteers in ecological stewardship.

This RFQ is designed to identify a contractor with deep expertise in Long Island’s native plant communities, ecological restoration methods, and stormwater mitigation strategies. The selected contractor will work closely with LIC staff and volunteers to execute a high-impact restoration project that blends technical precision with community engagement.

2. Scope of Work

The selected contractor will be responsible for:

• Mechanical and manual removal of invasive plant species, including root systems and seed banks
• Ecological site assessment and restoration planning
• Safe disposal of biomass in compliance with DEC guidelines
• Coordination with LIC staff and trained volunteers during fieldwork
• Preparation of site for native plant reintroduction, including soil remediation and hydrology-sensitive grading
• Documentation of restoration progress and ecological impact

This RFQ may also serve as a basis for future restoration projects through December 2026.

3. Required Qualifications

To be considered, contractors must demonstrate:

• Proven experience in ecological restoration and native plant systems specific to Long Island’s coastal and upland habitats.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing native plant installations across Long Island’s coastal, woodland, and wetland habitats.
• Deep knowledge of local ecotypes, soil conditions, and seasonal planting windows.
• Experience with mechanical and manual removal of invasive species including, but not limited to, phragmites, mugwort, porcelain berry, and multiflora rose.
• Familiarity with ecological restoration techniques that prevent regrowth and support native biodiversity
• Ability to train and supervise youth stewards in planting and invasive ID techniques.
• History of leading community planting events and collaborating with municipal partners.
• Compliance and Insurance: Fully insured and licensed; Familiarity with municipal permitting, ADA-accessible design standards, and ecological compliance protocols.