Opportunity
Escambia County Opengov #WM2642
Removal, Transport, and Disposal of Derelict 27' Watkins Vessel in Escambia County, FL
Posted
August 17, 2026
Respond By
August 24, 2026
Identifier
WM2642
NAICS
562119, 488390
Escambia County Marine Resources Division is requesting electronic price quotes for the removal, transport, and disposal of a derelict 27-foot Watkins Yacht, Inc. vessel in Bayou Chico, Pensacola, FL. - Government Buyer: - Escambia County Marine Resources Division, under the Natural Resources Department - OEMs and Vendors: - Watkins Yacht, Inc. (manufacturer of the vessel) - Products/Services Requested: - Removal, transport, and disposal of a 27' Watkins vessel (registration FL 7815 PJ) - Includes floating the vessel, transporting it, and paying tipping fees for disposal at Perdido Landfill - Implementation of environmental best management practices (BMPs) and proper handling/disposal of hazardous materials (fuels, batteries, flares, propane tanks, sewage/grey water) - Photo-documentation of all phases of removal - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with Florida Department of Environmental Protection BMPs - Installation of turbidity barriers - Avoidance of sensitive habitats and protection of threatened species - No salvage of vessel items permitted - Contractor must be licensed and insured - Work must begin within 7 days of notice to proceed and be completed within 14 days (extensions possible for adverse weather) - All responses must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal
Description
This solicitation is for the removal, transport, and disposal of a derelict 27-foot Watkins vessel located at Bayou Chico in Pensacola, Florida. The contractor is responsible for beginning work within 7 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and completing the project within 14 calendar days. The scope includes photo-documentation of the removal process, proper handling and disposal of contaminants, and compliance with environmental best management practices. The project is managed by the Escambia County Marine Resources Division, and responses must be submitted electronically by August 24, 2026.