The Engineer Research and Development Center of the Department of Defense is offering a funding opportunity for the assessment of oyster reefs in the Great Wicomico River, Virginia, through a Cooperative Agreement. The primary objective is to monitor and document the status of newly established oyster reefs, focusing on metrics such as oyster density, biomass, and associated fauna, to support Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts. This initiative is crucial for enhancing ecological services, including water filtration and habitat provision for commercially significant species, and aims to inform future oyster restoration projects based on the collected data. Interested non-federal partners must submit Statements of Interest by July 26, 2025, with full proposals due by August 11, 2025; the total program funding is $300,000, with an award ceiling of $100,000 for the selected applicant. For further inquiries, contact Kisha M. Craig at kisha.m.craig@usace.army.mil or by phone at 601-634-5397.