Escambia County BOCC Derelict Vessel Removal Project

The Florida Master Agreement 23146 is a specialized Indefinite Delivery Vehicle focused on maritime environmental remediation, specifically targeting the removal and disposal of derelict vessels from public waters within Escambia County's jurisdiction. This contract provides financial assistance for marine debris removal, with a clear objective of improving water safety and environmental conditions by addressing abandoned or sunken watercraft that potentially pose navigational hazards or ecological risks.

The master agreement is awarded to the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners and is administered by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The contract was initiated on October 9, 2023, with a projected completion date of February 6, 2024. As a master agreement, it establishes a framework for targeted vessel removal operations, with a specific geographic focus on Escambia County's public waters. While the precise total contract value is not specified in the available documentation, the agreement represents a targeted, short-term initiative for marine environmental management.