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Award of bid to Christopher B. Riley dba Flagship Towing LLC for derelict vessel removal services.
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Recommended Action:
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Approval and execution by the County Administrator of the award of bid to Christopher B. Riley dba Flagship Towing LLC for derelict vessel removal services.
• This contract provides for the removal of derelict vessels throughout County waterways to comply with Local, State and Federal requirements and Sheriff’s orders; removal of these vessels eliminates potential hazards from waterways, improving aesthetics while maintaining safety for marine traffic.
• Ten responsive bids were received with Christopher B. Riley dba Flagship Towing LLC recommended for award as the lowest, responsive and responsible bid.
• The average annual amount for the contract is $175,010.00 for a five-year total amount of$875,050.00.
• Funding for this contract is included in the FY25 and FY26 budgets of Public Works in the General Fund.
Bid No. 25-0554-ITB in the average annual amount of $175,010.00 for a five-year total amount of $875,050.00 based on the lowest, responsible bid received meeting specifications.
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Strategic Priorities:
To be the Standard for Public Service in America
Resilient Infrastructure and Environment
1.2 Maintain and enhance County infrastructure
1.4 Improve environmental quality
Healthy and Safe Communities
2.2 Enhance community safety
Summary:
Removal of derelict vessels is necessary to comply with Local, State and Federal requirements and Sheriff’s orders for removal of potential hazards and unsightly abandoned vessels from waterways. These services also aid in safety for marine traffic.
Background/Explanation:
On May 30, 2025, the Purchasing Division released an invitation to bid to establish a contract for derelict vessel removal throughout County waterways. Ten responsive vendors responded to this bid with Christopher B. Riley dba Flagship Towing LLC recommended for award as the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder.
Fiscal Impact:
Estimated total 5-year contract amount not to exceed: $875,050.00
Estimated average annual expenditure not to exceed: $175,010.00
Funding for this contract is included in the FY25 and FY26 budgets of Public Works in the General Fund.
Delegated Authority:
Authority for the County Administrator to award this bid is granted under Code Section 2-188(b).
Staff Member Responsible:
Kelli Hammer Levy, Director, Public Works
Merry Celeste, Division Director, Purchasing, Administrative Services
Joe Lauro, Director, Administrative Services
Partners:
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Attachments:
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