Administer Long Island Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM)

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking requests for proposals for the administration of the Long Island Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM).

This RFP would allow continuation of this important service contract as part of the Department’s Statewide Invasive Species Program. The existing Contract to administer this PRISM expires December 31, 2026. This RFP is to result in a service contract to administer the Long Island PRISM for a period of five years.

There are 8 PRISMs throughout NYS which are partnerships of diverse stakeholders with the goal of working together for effective invasive species management on the landscape level. They deliver strategic invasive species management activities in coordination with other invasive species implementation objectives. Administration of the 8 PRISMs in NYS is an Invasive Species Council priority, as outlined in the 2005 Task Force Report, 2011 Strategy, and Environmental Conservation Law 9-1701/10.

The mission of the Long Island PRISM is as follows: “To conserve biodiversity, wildlife habitat, recreational resources, scenic quality, and crop production, while protecting human health and safety, by facilitating cooperation and coordination among landowners and land managers to reduce the threat of invasive species.”

Please note, telegraphic or other electronically transferred bids are not acceptable.

All correspondence and/or questions relating to this RFP procurement should be directed to the Department’s designated contact person.

**Bid Opening Date:** Wednesday, December 2, 2026 11AM

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