Derelict Vessel Removal, Transport and Disposal - 30' Morgan WM2639

Escambia County Marine Resources Division is requesting price quotes for floating, removing, transporting, and disposing of a 30-foot Morgan derelict vessel (FL 4390 RT) grounded and partially submerged near Pensacola Pass, with quotes due July 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. This solicitation supports Escambia County's application to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Opportunity.

Work must commence within seven calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and complete within fourteen calendar days, with weather-related extensions available upon written request and approval. The contractor must float and extract the vessel, remove all contaminants and pollutants including fuel, batteries, and engines, implement specified best management practices (daylight operations Monday–Friday, upland staging, protected-species and sensitive-habitat protection, Type II floating turbidity barriers), transport the vessel to Perdido Landfill, and pay all tipping fees. The contractor must photo-document the entire process and submit daily written reports.

The contractor is responsible for coordinating with the U.S. Navy for required permissions due to proximity to Naval Air Station Pensacola. Marine-specific insurance is mandatory: Protection & Indemnity (Marine Liability) coverage of at least $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate, Maritime Workers' Compensation of at least $1 million per occurrence / $1 million aggregate, and Marine Pollution Liability of $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate. All insurers must maintain a minimum AM Best Rating of VIII with "A" or better preferred. Proof of insurance must be provided at quote submission.

Submissions must include a completed Project Quotation Request form, proof of Florida SunBiz registration, W-9 form, and evidence of current licensing and certifications. Vessel salvage is prohibited. Questions are due July 16, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Bidders must verify actual vessel dimensions and conditions before submitting quotes.