REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

The Plaquemines Port Harbor and Terminal District d/b/a Louisiana Gateway Port is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide insurance brokerage services for its comprehensive insurance program.

Scope of Services

The selected firm will assist with placement and servicing of multiple lines of coverage, including marine, liability, property, workers’ compensation, and specialty coverages supporting port and vessel operations.

Key Dates

• RFP Issued: May 4, 2026
• Questions Deadline: May 15, 2026
• Proposals Due: June 15, 2026, 5:00 PM CDT

Submission Information

Proposals must be submitted via email to:
Shawna Williams, Purchasing Agent
📧 shawnaw@gatewayport.com
📞 (504) 682-7920

Additional Information

Firms should demonstrate relevant experience, a strong service model, and the ability to deliver competitive coverage solutions for a complex maritime operation.

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The Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District, doing business as Louisiana Gateway Port, is seeking proposals from qualified firms and consultants to provide grant writing, grant administration, funding strategy development, and related project management services.

The selected consultant will support the Port Security Grant Program for fiscal years 2022–2026 and may assist with other federal, state, and non-governmental funding opportunities that advance the Port’s security, resilience, infrastructure, operational, and strategic priorities. RFP No. 2026-03.

Scope of Services

Services may include:

• Conducting a grant management assessment, reviewing internal controls, and developing a Grant Management Standard Operating Procedure.
• Developing funding strategies in collaboration with Port executive leadership.
• Identifying grant opportunities and preparing competitive grant applications.
• Managing grant schedules, deadlines, administrative deliverables, and project execution.
• Providing grant administration and compliance support in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200.
• Preparing reimbursement requests, reports, correspondence, procurement documents, and other required deliverables.
• Coordinating with funding agencies, Port staff, project partners, and other stakeholders.
• Supporting grant implementation, administration, and project closeout.

Key Dates

• RFP Released: July 27, 2026
• Questions and Answer Period: July 27–August 3, 2026
• Addenda Issued No Later Than: August 5, 2026
• Proposal Submission Deadline: August 7, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
• Anticipated Vendor Selection: August 13, 2026, or sooner
• Desired Start Date: Upon contract execution

Submission Information

Proposals may be submitted electronically through the Central Bidding procurement portal under the buying agency Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District.

Proposals may also be mailed or delivered by the submission deadline. Mailed or hand-delivered packages must be clearly marked:

“Proposal for Grant Writing, Grant Administration and Funding Strategies – Port Security Grant Program”

Delivery Address:
Louisiana Gateway Port
8056 Highway 23
3rd Floor, Suite 304
Belle Chasse, LA 70037

Proposals will not be accepted by email. Late submissions will not be considered.

RFP Contact

Chambrel Riley-Williams
Port Chief Financial Officer
Email: chambrelr@gatewayport.com
Phone: (504) 682-7920

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ADDENDUM NO. 1 - August 4, 2026

ADDENDUM NO. 2 August 4, 2026