Derelict Vessel Removal, Transport, and Disposal - 32' Islander - Re-Solicit

Escambia County Marine Resources Division is soliciting bids for the removal, transport, and disposal of a 32-foot Islander vessel, previously broken apart by Tropical Storm Bertha, located near Pensacola Pass at approximately 30°20.356'N, 87°18.902'W. The vessel, registered as DO591303 and identified under FWC Case Number FWC26ON0056048, requires complete removal of all debris, with bidders expected to account for the full cost of floating, hauling, and landfill tipping at the Perdido Landfill. Due to the vessel’s proximity to Naval Air Station Pensacola, contractors must secure all necessary permissions from the U.S. Navy prior to commencing work. The condition of the vessel and its debris has changed since the original solicitation, and bidders are strongly advised to verify vessel dimensions, structural integrity, and environmental hazards independently before submitting quotes. All information provided by Escambia County is based on the best available data as of posting and may not reflect current realities on site. The solicitation, numbered WM2638, was posted on August 4, 2026, with responses due by August 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. Proposals must include itemized pricing for all services associated with the removal and disposal process. Bidders are responsible for conducting site assessments and ensuring compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and security requirements, especially given the vessel’s location near federal property. Point of contact for inquiries is Matt Szatkowski, Environmental Program Manager, with Angela Jones as the secondary contact for purchasing coordination. The work will be performed in Florida, with performance location unspecified beyond the general area, and all bid submissions must be made through the designated open procurement portal. Contracts will be awarded based on comprehensive, verified pricing that accounts for the vessel’s degraded condition and the logistical challenges of working in a sensitive coastal and naval environment.