Willamette river boat salvage/disposal project

The Oregon State Marine Board is seeking a contractor for the Willamette River Boat Salvage/Disposal Project, a comprehensive marine vessel removal initiative located in Portland, Oregon. The procurement involves the complete salvage, towing, storage, and disposal of five specific sunken or discarded vessels within the Willamette River. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, equipment, safety gear, and transportation to raise, remove, transport, store, and ultimately dispose of these vessels and their associated contents, trash, and rubble. The project requires detailed planning, including specific methodologies for vessel retrieval, water transportation, storage, and final disposal, with strict adherence to state, federal, and local environmental regulations. An optional pre-bid conference will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on August 9, 2023, from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM, providing potential bidders an opportunity to ask questions. Proposals are due on August 11, 2023, by 4:00 PM PST, with all work to be completed by October 30, 2023, unless extended by the agency. Bidders must submit individual pricing for each vessel, covering all aspects of removal, transport, storage, and disposal.

The solicitation encourages participation from certified small businesses and does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must obtain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, marine general liability, vessel pollution liability, and automobile liability. The project requires technical expertise in marine salvage operations, environmental compliance, and vessel handling. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract suggests a maximum compensation amount will be established for the selected contractor. Bidders must demonstrate capability in safely managing potentially hazardous materials, following environmental protocols, and executing a complex multi-step vessel removal process. The contract will be governed by Oregon state laws, with any disputes to be resolved in Marion County Circuit Court. Specific technical requirements include a 35-day storage period for retrieved vessels and comprehensive documentation of the removal and disposal process.