Derelict Vessel Removal, Transport and Disposal - 32' Catalina WM2638

Escambia County Marine Resources Division is requesting price quotes for floating, removal, transport, and disposal of a 32-foot Catalina vessel (WM2638) currently grounded and partially submerged near Pensacola Pass, with quotes due July 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and questions due July 16, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. This Invitation to Quote supports Escambia County's application to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Opportunity Announcement.

The vessel is white, located at coordinates approximately 30°20.356'N, 87°18.902'W near Naval Air Station Pensacola. Prospective bidders must verify actual vessel dimensions and condition before submitting quotes, as information provided represents the best available data at posting and vessel registration and FWC case number are unknown. Work must begin within 7 calendar days of Notice to Proceed and be completed within 14 calendar days, with adverse weather allowing written extensions.

The scope includes floating and removal of the vessel, transport to Perdido Landfill, and all tipping fees. Contractors must comply with comprehensive best management practices: daytime Monday–Friday operations only, turbidity-control barriers, removal of all contaminants and hazardous materials before extraction, fuel and holding-tank pumping by licensed operators, tank perforation and flattening, and photo-documentation of all phases and final disposal. No salvage of vessel materials is permitted. Contractors are responsible for coordinating with the U.S. Navy regarding permissions to work in the area.

Insurance requirements are mandatory: Protection & Indemnity coverage ($1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate), Maritime Workers Compensation ($1 million per occurrence / $1 million aggregate), and Marine Pollution Liability coverage ($1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate). Carriers must have minimum AM Best Rating of VIII with "A" or better preferred. Escambia County must be named as additional insured. Contractors must provide indemnification to the County and submit proof of Sunbiz registration, current business tax receipt, W-9 form, and applicable licenses and certifications. Electronic submissions are required through the OpenGov Procurement portal.