RFP Two Crane Barge Vessels

The Texas General Land Office is seeking to purchase up to two crane barge vessels to meet the agency's offshore and inland operational needs. The vessels must be equipped with motors, electronics, and trailers, and must be able to raise and dewater up to a 22-foot vessel. The scope of work includes the delivery of the vessels to the Texas General Land Office's oil spill offices in Port Lavaca and Port Neches, Texas. The contract will be awarded to the respondent who submits the most responsive proposal. Key considerations include the vessel's ability to operate in shallow water and handle waves in a bay or river setting, as well as the respondent's experience and qualifications. • The vessels must be able to enter shallow water to access sunken vessels as well as be able to handle waves in a bay or river setting. • The vessels must be able to tow another vessel from the stern, bow, port or starboard. • The respondent must provide a detailed proposal, including a description of the vessel, its capabilities, and the respondent's experience and qualifications. • The contract will be awarded based on the respondent's proposal, including the vessel's specifications, price, and the respondent's experience and qualifications.