UNSPSC 78101901: Air to ocean transportation

UNSPSC 78101901 Air to ocean transportation is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure derelict vessel removal and transport services, including floating, extraction, towing, and delivery of abandoned or grounded vessels to disposal sites. Escambia County Marine Resources Division dominates recent activity under this code, issuing multiple Invitations to Quote (ITQs) for individual vessel removals in support of Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Derelict Vessel Removal Grant applications. The scope spans floating and removing vessels grounded or partially submerged in bays and shallow waters, removing all contaminants and hazardous materials (fuel, batteries, engines, paints, solvents), transporting vessels to landfills, and paying tipping fees. Contractors must comply with extensive best management practices including daytime Monday-Friday operations only, turbidity-control barriers, photo-documentation, daily written reports, and coordination with the U.S. Navy when vessels are located near military installations. Marine-specific insurance is mandatory: Protection & Indemnity (Marine Liability) coverage of at least $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate, Maritime Workers Compensation at $1 million per occurrence / $1 million aggregate, and Marine Pollution Liability at $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate, with all carriers holding a minimum AM Best Rating of VIII.

Recent activity concentrates in Florida, particularly Escambia County, with solicitations posted from March through July 2026 for vessels including the 35-foot Mojoe, 31-foot Home Free, 30-foot Morgan, 32-foot Catalina, 27-foot Catalina Sailboat, and Kees Bayou Barge. Escambia County Marine Resources Division issued ITQs on June 12, June 19, and July 20, 2026, with the most recent opportunity—Solicitation WM2638 for a 32-foot Catalina—due July 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. through the OpenGov Procurement portal. All Escambia County solicitations require responses within 7 to 14 calendar days of Notice to Proceed, with questions due several days prior to the bid deadline. Contractors must provide proof of Sunbiz registration, W-9 forms, current business tax receipts, and applicable licenses; indemnification agreements with $100 minimum consideration; and insurance proof at submission. No set-aside designations or incumbent vendors are identified in the recent opportunities.