Opportunity
Escambia County Opengov #WM2630
Removal, Transport, and Disposal of Derelict 27' Catalina Sailboat in Escambia County, FL
Posted
June 04, 2026
Respond By
June 12, 2026
Identifier
WM2630
NAICS
562910, 562998, 488390
This opportunity is issued by the Escambia County Marine Resources Division (MRD), under the Natural Resources department, for the removal, transport, and disposal of a derelict 27-foot Catalina sailboat in shallow waters near Bayou Chico, Pensacola, FL. - Government Buyer: - Escambia County Natural Resources Department, Marine Resources Division (MRD) - Scope of Work: - Removal, floating, transport, and disposal of a 27' Catalina sailboat identified as a public nuisance - Vessel is located in less than 3 feet of water, requiring special access and environmental precautions - Disposal must occur at an MRD-approved landfill; all tipping fees included - Removal must be performed at high tide to avoid grounding work vessels - Contractors must verify vessel details and site access before quoting, and coordinate with MRD - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified marine removal service providers - Unique Requirements: - Environmental protection measures required due to shallow water location - Removal must be conducted via water, not land - Coordination with MRD is mandatory before and during the operation
Description
This solicitation is for the removal, transportation, and disposal of a derelict 27' Catalina sailboat located in shallow waters near Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida. The work includes removal via water and disposal at a designated site. Prospective bidders are advised to verify vessel details and disposal site access conditions and to contact the managing resource department before submitting a price quote. Special care is required due to the shallow water location.