Vessel Disposal

The Oregon State Marine Board, in collaboration with the NOAA Marine Debris Program, is seeking a contractor to remove, dismantle, and dispose of 12 abandoned vessels currently moored at the Port of Newport's South Beach Marina in Newport, Oregon. The procurement requires a comprehensive vessel removal service that includes towing vessels out of the marina, removing them from the water, transporting them to an appropriate dismantling site, and responsibly recycling or disposing of waste materials. Qualified contractors must provide all necessary labor, equipment, safety gear, and transportation to complete the project by July 30, 2022. The Request for Quote (RFQ) mandates that offerors submit a detailed project plan, itemized cost breakdown by vessel, and demonstrate compliance with environmental and safety specifications. Evaluation criteria will focus on the completeness of information, timeline feasibility, site logistics understanding, cost-competitiveness, and demonstrated environmental considerations. The proposal submission deadline is April 22, 2022, with responses to be submitted via email.

The solicitation encourages participation from certified small businesses and indicates the potential for awarding a contract for less than the full scope of work. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the language suggests flexibility for small and diverse business participation. Pricing will be based on the contractor's itemized costs, with any salvage value of vessel components to be deducted from the final payment. The sample contract indicates a maximum compensation amount, though the specific budget range is not disclosed in the provided documents. Contractors will be required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and pollution liability insurance. The contract will require the selected vendor to operate as an independent contractor and comply with all applicable laws and standards. The project represents an environmental remediation effort focused on removing potentially hazardous abandoned vessels from the marina, with an emphasis on safe and environmentally responsible disposal methods.