Derelict Vessel Removal, Transport, and Disposal - Kees Bayou Barge WM2629

Escambia County Marine Resources Division is seeking bids through a grant application to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for the removal of a derelict vessel known as the Kees Bayou Barge, which is approximately 30 feet long, brown in color, with no known make or registration, currently located in Kees Bayou. Prospective bidders are required to submit individual price quotes covering all costs associated with floating, removal, transportation, and disposal of the vessel at an authorized landfill approved by the Marine Resources Division. Coordination with MRD prior to submission is mandatory to ensure compliance with their requirements. The solicitation is identified as WM2629 and pertains to a grant-supported project with a response deadline of June 12, 2026. The contract is managed by Escambia County’s Natural Resources office in Pensacola, Florida, with primary contact Matt Szatkowski, Environmental Program Manager, and secondary contact Angela Jones, Senior Purchasing Coordinator, available for inquiries. This solicitation represents an opportunity for interested contractors experienced in marine vessel removal and disposal to participate in a government-sponsored environmental cleanup effort under the supervision of state and local agencies, emphasizing proper disposal practices in accordance with regulatory standards.