Boat repairs on the Marine vessel J.C. Widener for the Department of Natural Resources

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for comprehensive repair services for the Marine Vessel J.C. Widener. The project involves hauling, dry-docking, and undocking the vessel at a contractor’s facility located within 160 miles of Cambridge, Maryland. The contractor is responsible for executing repairs in a sequence determined by the Department’s inspector, ensuring all work adheres to the manufacturer’s guidelines and specifications. The Department will provide detailed drawings of the vessel upon request prior to bid submission, and all work outlined in the solicitation must be completed to meet the Department’s requirements. The contract, identified by solicitation number BPM041955, is posted with a response deadline of February 20, 2024. The project falls under the NAICS code 336611, which pertains to shipbuilding and repair. The Department’s primary contact for this solicitation is Rene Alonso, reachable via email. The work is to be performed within Maryland, and interested contractors can access additional information through the provided online portal. The overall goal is to ensure the vessel’s repairs are completed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with all specified standards.