Opportunity
Whatcom County Civicplus #26-30
Annual Drydocking, Repair, and Maintenance of Whatcom Chief Ferry
Posted
April 29, 2026
Respond By
May 26, 2026
Identifier
26-30
NAICS
336611, 488390
This opportunity involves the annual drydocking, repair, and maintenance of the Whatcom Chief Ferry for Whatcom County: - Government Buyer: - Whatcom County Purchasing Office, Bellingham, WA - Products/Services Requested: - Annual drydocking, repair, and maintenance services for the Whatcom Chief Ferry - All necessary services and components required for ferry upkeep as specified in bid documents - Notable Requirements: - Mandatory pre-bid conference held onboard the Whatcom Chief; attendance required for bid consideration - Compliance with E-Verify regulations - Contract awarded to the lowest qualified bidder - Estimated Contract Value: - $1,100,000 to $1,350,000 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Scope covers all work related to ferry drydocking, repair, and maintenance
Description
This solicitation is for the annual drydocking, repair, and maintenance of the Whatcom Chief Ferry and other related work as described in the bid documents. Sealed bid proposals will be received by the Purchasing office at the Whatcom County Courthouse. A mandatory bidder's conference will be held on board the Whatcom Chief Ferry, and attendance is required for bids to be considered. Award will be made to the lowest qualified bidder, and Whatcom County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive irregularities.