BID# 24R-25- Boat Recovery and Disposal Re-Bid

The City of Cape May, located in Cape May County, New Jersey, is soliciting bids for Boat Recovery and Disposal Services through Bid #24R-25, a two-year contract aimed at maintaining waterway clearance. The procurement seeks a vendor capable of responding within two hours to incidents involving damaged, stranded, or abandoned watercraft, with specific service requirements including hull patching, de-watering, re-floating, towing, and vessel demolition/disposal in compliance with New Jersey regulations. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation including Business Registration Certificates, Non-Collusion Affidavits, Ownership Disclosure Forms, and various anti-discrimination and investment activity certifications. The bid opening is scheduled for December 18, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. via the electronic BIDNET platform, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder according to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4a. Evaluation will consider the vendor's ability to meet emergency response times, provide detailed vessel and marina information, and demonstrate comprehensive insurance coverage.

The bid does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but requires rigorous insurance provisions including $1,000,000 per occurrence for Commercial General Liability, $2,000,000 General Aggregate, and $1,000,000 for Auto Liability. Vendors must provide proof of Workmen's Compensation, Manufacturer's and Contractor's Liability, Automotive Liability, and Owner's Protective Liability insurance for the City of Cape May. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive service requirements suggest a substantial contract value that would necessitate a professional maritime recovery and disposal operation. The bid documents do not reference incumbent vendors or specify existing technological infrastructure, indicating this may be a new or re-competed service contract. Potential bidders are advised to carefully review all documentation and can seek technical support at 1-800-835-4603 option #2 if assistance is needed in uploading their bid response.