Woods Hole, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority - Purchase and Sale of M/V Governor Passenger/Vehicle Ferry - Contract No. 14-2026
Woods Hole, Martha s Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship AuthoritySpecial District · Falmouth, MA- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 35 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mark Amundsen
- (508) 548-5011 ext 515
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Summary
The Woods Hole, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority is seeking bids for the purchase of the M/V Governor, a 242-foot passenger/vehicle ferry with a U.S.C.G. certified capacity of 250 passengers and a freight deck capacity of approximately 45 car spaces.
Sealed bids are due by December 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Authority's Procurement Office located at 228 Palmer Avenue, 2nd Floor, Room 207, Falmouth, Massachusetts 02540. Bids must be accompanied by a $5,000.00 deposit in the form of a certified, treasurer's, or cashier's check. The vessel may be inspected by appointment only.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Deposit in the form of a certified check on, or a treasurer's or cashier's check issued by a responsible bank payable to the Woods Hole, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority
- Submit to
- Authority's Procurement Office, General Office Building, 228 Palmer Avenue, 2nd Floor, Room 207, Falmouth, Massachusetts 02540
- Scope location
- Falmouth, Massachusetts
- Reported agency
- Woods Hole, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Woods Hole, Martha s Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Authority's Procurement Office, General Office Building, 228 Palmer Avenue, 2nd Floor, Room 207, Falmouth, Massachusetts 02540. For questions, contact Mark Amundsen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Woods Hole, Martha s Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority in MA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Mark Amundsen at (508) 548-5011 ext 515. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 8, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Deposit in the form of a certified check on, or a treasurer's or cashier's check issued by a responsible bank payable to the Woods Hole, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority. Review the full document from Woods Hole, Martha s Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Falmouth, Massachusetts. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.