Derelict Vessel Removal, Transport, and Disposal - 27' Hunter - FL 1297 FP -WM2644

Escambia County Marine Resources Division is seeking price quotes for the removal, transport, and disposal of a 27 foot white Hunter derelict vessel, registration FL 1297 FP, located in Bayou Chico. This project is part of an application for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Derelict Vessel Removal Grant. The selected contractor must handle the floating, removal via water, transportation, and tipping fees for disposal at the Perdido Landfill. Work is required to begin within 7 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and must be completed within 14 calendar days. Key deliverables include photo documentation of all removal phases and the destruction of the vessel, as well as the delivery of any onboard batteries, flairs, or propane tanks to the landfill hazardous waste section. Contractors must ensure all operations avoid or minimize impacts to sensitive habitats, such as seagrass and mangroves, and protect threatened species like manatees and sea turtles. Bidders must be in good standing on the County vendor list and provide a W-9, a current Florida certificate of authority, and a business tax receipt. Submissions must be made via the OpenGov portal by 2:00 PM on October 29, 2026. The award will be based on the lowest net cost, provided the offeror meets all licensing and certification requirements. The contract is subject to Florida's Public Records Act and the Local Government Prompt Payment Act, with strict adherence to OSHA safety standards and extensive insurance requirements.