Description
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is seeking bids for the furnishing and delivery of one work barge for the MDMR Shellfish Bureau. The scope of work to be performed and the deliverables required under the contract include furnishing one fully outfitted aquaculture work barge to support oyster restoration, aquaculture operations, and related field activities in coastal Mississippi waters. The barge shall be delivered fully assembled, outfitted, titled, and suitable for immediate operational use upon delivery. Key features of the barge include a 20’ x 30’ shaded work area, oyster tumbler, high-pressure washer, and worktables.
• Barge dimensions shall be approximately 30 feet wide by 50 feet long
• Barge shall be constructed of materials suitable for long-term use in a marine and saltwater environment
• Barge shall be designed for repeated, heavy operational use associated with oyster restoration and aquaculture activities
• Barge shall be structurally capable of supporting personnel, equipment, and oyster handling operations simultaneously
• Barge shall be suitable for towing and mooring in coastal and nearshore waters
• The barge shall be fully self-sufficient with respect to onboard power and routine field operations, without reliance on shore-based utilities
• The barge shall include a permanently installed shaded work area measuring approximately 20 feet by 30 feet
• The shaded area shall be constructed as a rigid, hard structure using metal or other marine-grade materials suitable for long-term exposure to saltwater conditions
• The barge shall be equipped with an onboard generator capable of supplying sufficient power to operate all installed equipment simultaneously
• The barge shall include a lockable storage area suitable for securing tools, equipment, and supplies