Derelict Vessel Removal 2025

The County of Volusia is seeking proposals from qualified marine salvage contractors to provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for the removal of vessels that have been abandoned, including any parts of the vessel(s) located below the river bottom. The purpose of this request for statement of qualifications (RSQ) is to select the most highly qualified firm(s) to provide the requested services. It is anticipated that multiple firm(s) will be awarded a basic contract to provide the necessary services for a period of three (3) years. Two, one-year renewals may be allowable upon mutual agreement between the awarded Contractor and the County and as approved by the Volusia County Council.

Derelict vessels in and along the St. Johns River in Volusia County are hazards to our environmental as well as residents and visitors who enjoy the river. Vessels removed from the St. Johns River are funded through grants from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.