Active SLED Opportunity · MASSACHUSETTS · TOWN AND COUNTY OF NANTUCKET
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Invitation for Bids to supply and deliver a custom-fabricated aluminum crane barge for marine lifting and support operations for the Nantucket Harbormaster. Includes propulsion, crane, anchoring, and operator accommodations. Located in Nantucket, MA. Bid due May 22, 2026.
Supply and delivery of a custom-fabricated aluminum crane barge designed for marine lifting, positioning, and support operations for the Nantucket Harbormaster. The barge shall integrate propulsion, crane handling capability, anchoring via spuds, and operator accommodations. Vessel will be operated in a salt-water environment in the coastal waters of Nantucket, Massachusetts, engaged in the placement and removal of aids to navigation and marine moorings. This Invitation for Bids is made in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Ch. 30B.
NOTE: Where a specific manufacturer of an item is listed and it is not designated “NO SUBSTITUTION”, this manufacturer shall be considered the basis of design for this particular item. Alternates are allowed provided that it is clearly demonstrated that the substitution meets or exceeds the design, maintenance and operational characteristics of the specified item. Failure to provide the explanation and details for the substitution may result in a determination that the bid is non-responsive.
1. General Description
The vessel shall be a custom-fabricated aluminum crane barge designed for marine lifting, positioning, and support operations for the Nantucket Harbormaster. The barge shall integrate propulsion, crane handling capability, anchoring via spuds, and operator accommodations. Vessel will be operated in a salt-water environment in the coastal waters of Nantucket, Massachusetts, engaged in the placement and removal of aids to navigation and marine moorings.
2. Principal Dimensions
3. Hull Structure
3.1 Plating
3.2 Framing
3.3 Deck Features
4. Coatings & Corrosion Protection
5. Propulsion System
5.1 Engines
5.2 Engine Installation
5.3 Steering & Controls
5.4 Supporting Components
6. Fuel System
7. Spud System (Positioning System)
7.1 Spud Wells
7.2 Spuds
7.3 Spud Winches
8. Crane System
8.1 Crane Model
8.2 Crane Mounting
8.3 Hydraulic Power Unit
9. Deck Machinery
9.1 Main Deck Winch
9.2 Additional Structural Bases
10. Bow Equipment
11. Pilot House
12. Hydraulic & Rigging Systems
13. Electrical System
14. Fabrication Standards
15. Performance Considerations
16. Deliverables
Workers' Compensation, covering the obligations of the CONTRACTOR in accordance with applicable Workers' Compensation or Benefits law.
Commercial General Liability Insurance on an occurrence basis with a combined single limit of not less than $1 million. Coverage is to include premises and operations, coverage for liability of subcontractors. The policy shall contain an endorsement stating that the aggregate limits will apply separately to the work being performed under this Agreement.
Automobile Liability Insurance of not less than $1 million combined single limit covering owned, hired and non-hired vehicles used, if any for this procurement.
Please download the below documents, complete, and upload. FAILURE TO SIGN AND UPLOAD BOTH FORMS WILL DISQUALIFY THE SUBMISSION PER MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAWS.
Please download the below Bid Response Form, complete, and upload. FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN AND UPLOAD THIS FORM WILL DISQUALIFY THE SUBMISSION PER MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAWS.
Please upload a completed W-9 Form if you have not worked with the Town of Nantucket in the past. The W-9 will be used to set up the Contractor as a Vendor for the Town of Nantucket.
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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