When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on August 11, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $300,000.

It was issued by City Of Bellingham. The work is located in Bellingham, Washington, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Marine and waterfront construction or repair contractor. Experience with pier, dock, and overwater structure maintenance. Capability to manage permitting, agency notifications, and environmental compliance. Familiarity with containment BMPs, traffic control, and site safety measures. Qualified to work around asbestos-containing materials or hazardous building components. Regional presence in Washington State or the Pacific Northwest. Past performance on public sector repair and maintenance contracts.

Pier and Overwater Repair and Maintenance Services (Closed)

A government authority in Bellingham, Washington is soliciting as-needed pier and overwater repair and maintenance services. Work includes decking replacement, hardware repairs, site controls, permitting support, and localized structural repairs in potentially hazardous material environments.

Must possess a City of Bellingham Business Registration Certificate prior to bid award
Must have a current certificate of registration as a contractor in compliance with Chapter 18.27 RCW
Must have a current Washington Unified Business Identifier (UBI) number
Must have a minimum of two years' experience providing pier/overwater maintenance and repair services
Must have adequate staff to respond to and perform emergency repairs 24/7/365
Must provide a payment and performance bond in the amount of the contract maximum
Must maintain commercial general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in the aggregate
Must maintain commercial automobile insurance with a combined single limit of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence
Must have a Washington State Certified Asbestos Supervisor onsite full-time during regulated work
Workers must have a minimum of two-hour asbestos awareness training for mechanical fastening work in contact with ACM

Proposals are due by August 11th, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

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The government authority in Bellingham, Washington is seeking a vendor to provide pier and overwater repair and maintenance services on an as-needed basis. The work involves supporting the ongoing condition and functionality of pier and related overwater structures.

Scope of services includes general repair and maintenance activities such as permitting and agency notifications where required, implementation of containment best management practices, site security, signage, and traffic control as applicable. The selected contractor may also be required to remove and replace damaged decking panels, repair or replace fasteners, clips, and corroded connection hardware, and perform localized repairs to damaged or deteriorated pier and structural components.

The work may involve areas where asbestos-containing tar, mesh, or coatings are present, requiring careful handling and appropriate compliance measures. The opportunity appears suited to firms with marine structure repair capabilities and experience working in regulated waterfront environments.

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