Remove , prepare, tow & sink

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is requesting bids for complete removal, preparation, towing, and sinking of the fishing vessel Miss Sandra Gail under IFB solicitation, with bids due July 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EST and questions due June 23, 2026 at noon EST.

The vessel, a 52-foot fishing boat currently hard aground in Little River, Horry County, South Carolina, must be removed from its location, staged at a dock or marina, and prepared for reef deployment. The contractor must perform complete salvage operations including stabilization, pumping, structural modifications, and comprehensive cleaning to remove all hazardous materials, petroleum products, and internal voids. Following preparation, the vessel will be towed approximately 5 nautical miles offshore to Ron McManus Memorial Reef (PA-04) and sunk at specified coordinates. The contractor must obtain and maintain comprehensive liability insurance including Commercial General Liability ($1 million per occurrence), Auto Liability ($1 million per accident), and Workers' Compensation with Employer's Liability ($1 million per accident), with all using governmental units named as additional insureds. The contractor bears all liability, risk of loss, and responsibility for the vessel from initiation of work through final placement at the reef site.

The estimated contract period runs from July 6, 2026 to October 31, 2026, with work to be completed within 90 days of the purchase order. All contractor costs for materials, equipment, labor, and services are included in a fixed lump-sum price. Award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. The contractor must provide three weeks' notice prior to removal operations and coordinate with South Carolina Department of Natural Resources personnel regarding scheduling. Site visits are strongly encouraged. Bidders must have a state vendor number prior to submission. A nonresident withholding requirement of 2% applies unless the contractor registers with the South Carolina Department of Revenue or Secretary of State and submits the appropriate affidavit.