UNSPSC 78101900: Intermodal cargo transport

UNSPSC 78101900 Intermodal cargo transport is a Class code under which state and local governments procure derelict vessel removal, floating, transport, and disposal services. The scope of work solicited under this code centers on the complete removal of grounded, partially submerged, or otherwise disabled watercraft from public waters, including environmental remediation, hazardous-material containment and removal, transport to authorized landfills, and tipping fees. Escambia County Marine Resources Division in Florida dominates recent activity under this code, issuing multiple Invitations to Quote to support applications to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Opportunity. Work typically requires floating and extracting vessels ranging from 27 to 35 feet, removal of fuel, batteries, engines, and other contaminants by licensed operators, implementation of Best Management Practices including turbidity barriers and daylight-only operations, comprehensive photo documentation, and delivery to facilities such as Perdido Landfill. All contractors must carry marine-specific insurance—Protection & Indemnity at $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate, Maritime Workers Compensation, and Marine Pollution Liability—with all carriers maintaining minimum AM Best Rating VIII.

Activity is concentrated in Florida's Gulf Coast region, specifically Escambia County in the Pensacola area. Recent opportunities include the 32-foot Catalina (WM2638, ITQ due July 20, 2026), the 30-foot Morgan (WM2639, ITQ due July 20, 2026), the Kees Bayou Barge (WM2629, ITQ due June 19, 2026), the 27-foot Catalina Sailboat (WM2630, ITQ due June 12, 2026), the 35-foot Hunter Sailboat "Mojoe" (WM2535200260223, ITQ due March 6, 2026), and the 31-foot "Home Free" (WM23412026, ITQ due March 6, 2026). All are solicited as price quotes requiring electronic submission through OpenGov or ProcureNow portals, with questions due several days prior to quote deadlines. Work must commence within seven calendar days of Notice to Proceed and complete within fourteen days, with weather-related extensions available upon written approval. One unrelated opportunity—DeKalb County's IT and Low Voltage Infrastructure system for the DeKalb Tennis Center (PE64400NONST2026000000260, ITB due July 13, 2026)—appears mistagged under this code and carries no relevance to vessel removal or intermodal cargo transport.