Port Seeking New Biocide-free Hull Paints

The San Diego Unified Port District (Port) is seeking parties interested in assisting us in identifying options for addressing copper problems in San Diego Bay marinas which are associated with boat hull coatings. Specifically, the Port is seeking parties interested in: developing non-toxic boat hull coatings; submitting innovative replacements for copper-bearing coating; and/or recommending concepts that can reduce or eliminate copper leachate from impacting marine life in the area. The Port is requesting letters of interest from parties having experience with non-toxic hull coatings, hull coating application, or other experience related to non-copper hull coatings for recreational boat use. 

THE SUBMITTAL DEADLINE HAS CLOSED (due at 4:00pm PST on July 31, 2009). 

The complete Request for Information package is available.