Site work for a water / sewer project in Lewes, Delaware. Working plans call for site work for a water / sewer project.

**As of November 26, 2025, proj was cancelled. No definite date for the rebid.** Question Deadline 07/07/2025 Al questions with regard to the interpretation of this solicitation, drawings, or specifications, or any other aspect of this RFP must be received in writing Kathleen Bergin DNREC 901 Pilottown Rd Lewes De 19958 Kathleen.Bergin@delaware.gov The scope of work will specify the tasks related to the removal, decommissioning, disposal, and installation of new navigational aids. This includes ensuring that the new aids meet all applicable maritime safety regulations, conform to environmental standards, and are installed with minimal disruption to existing maritime activities. The vendor must also ensure that the aids are fully operational upon installation and comply with all technical specifications, including visibility, signal strength, and durability. Please review and follow the information and instructions contained in the General Provisions and this Request for Proposal (RFP). Should you need additional information, please call Kathleen Bergin at 302-739-9453 or email Kathleen.Bergin@delaware.gov The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to solicit sealed proposals from qualified vendors to provide professional services for the installation, maintenance, and removal of navigational aids within state-maintained waters. All work must be conducted in compliance with the United States Coast Guard Private Aids to Navigation (PATON) regulations. The objective of this RFP is to establish a contract with one or more vendors capable of removing and replacing damaged or missing navigational aids in a timely and compliant manner. 1. COMPETITIVE SEALED PROPOSAL It has been determined by Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), pursuant to Delaware Code Title 29, Chapter 6924 (a) that this solicitation be offered as a request for competitive sealed proposals because the use of competitive sealed bidding is not practical and/or not in the best interest of the State. The use of competitive sealed proposals is necessary to: _ Use a contract other than a fixed-price type; or _ Conduct oral or written discussions with vendors concerning technical and price aspects of their proposals; or _ Afford vendors an opportunity to revise their proposals through best and final offers; or _ Compare the different price, quality, and contractual factors of the proposals submitted; or _ Award a contract in which price is not the determining factor. 2. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS This contract will be issued to qualified vendors who demonstrate proven expertise and capability in the removal and replacement of aids to navigation, including but not limited to buoys, beacons, markers, and other navigational structures. Vendors must have a demonstrated track record of successfully executing similar marine-based projects, with a focus on ensuring the safety, functionality, and regulatory compliance of navigational aids. The work will be conducted at designated locations, which include (27) state-maintained channels, as listed and defined within the scope of the project. These channels are critical to maintaining safe and efficient waterway navigation and are subject to the jurisdiction and oversight of the state. The selected vendor(s) will be required to adhere strictly to the predefined scope of work, which is outlined in detail in Appendix A of this contract. The scope of work will specify the tasks related to the removal, decommissioning, disposal, and installation of new navigational aids. This includes ensuring that the new aids meet all applicable maritime safety regulations, conform to environmental standards, and are installed with minimal disruption to existing maritime activities. The vendor must also ensure that the aids are fully operational upon installation and comply with all technical specifications, including visibility, signal strength, and durability. Additionally, the contractor will be responsible for maintaining close coordination with relevant authorities and agencies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, as well as with best practices in marine safety. Regular inspection, testing, and commissioning of the new aids will be required to ensure their proper functionality and reliability throughout the life of the contract. The vendor will also be required to provide comprehensive documentation, including reports on progress, completion, and any issues encountered during the project, as well as to follow established safety protocols during all stages of the project. Failure to meet the specified requirements or deadlines may result in penalties, as defined within the terms of the contract.