Derelict Vessel Removal, Transport, and Disposal- Mojoe

Escambia County Marine Resources Division is soliciting price quotes for the removal, transport, and disposal of a single derelict vessel named Mojoe—a 35-foot, 1988 Hunter Sailboat currently located in Bayou Chico, Florida. This solicitation, released under the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Derelict Vessel Removal Grant program, requires bidders to provide a total firm-fixed price covering all aspects of the vessel’s floating, removal, transport, hazardous materials handling, and ultimate disposal at the Perdido Landfill. The contractor must initiate work within seven days of the Notice to Proceed and complete removal and disposal within fourteen days, adhering strictly to environmental best management practices (BMPs) designed to minimize impacts on the surrounding marine environment. Comprehensive photo documentation of all phases of vessel removal is mandatory, along with proper disposal of hazardous components such as batteries, flares, and propane tanks, consistent with state and local regulations, including OSHA and Florida statutes. The procurement imposes a variety of standard local contract requirements including bid security, performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract amount, liquidated damages for delayed completion, and a one-year warranty on work and materials. Contractors must comply with non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws and certify they are not suspended, debarred, or scrutinized companies. Insurance coverage tailored for marine operations is required, including Protection & Indemnity, Maritime Workers’ Compensation, and Marine Pollution Liability, with Escambia County named as an additional insured party. The contract incorporates indemnification clauses protecting the county from claims arising from the contractor’s activities. Bidders must be prequalified with the Florida Department of Transportation and submit specific documentation such as a PQR form, Sunbiz registration, W-9, and proof of licenses or certifications required to operate within Florida. Award considerations prioritize the lowest net cost but may give secondary preference to contractors with drug-free workplace programs when price and quality are otherwise equal. The solicitation mandates all submissions be made electronically through the designated procurement portal by March 6, 2026, with no provisions for physical proposals. The county will inspect and accept completed work at the place of delivery, retaining title until payment is made. There is no stated ceiling or guaranteed contract value, as pricing is to be submitted per vessel removal, and no federal identifiers or socioeconomic status preferences are applied. Overall, this solicitation outlines a tightly managed, environmentally sensitive vessel removal project governed by state and local regulatory compliance, with clear operational, safety, insurance, and administrative standards.