Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Caroline C is an 80-foot steel freighter (Vessel) that has been stored at anchor in several locations in the Manatee River since approximately 2003; the condition of the Vessel has rapidly declined during this time and it has not moved from its current location adjacent to Snead Island in over 10 years. The Vessel took on water and sank to the bottom on September 24/25, 2019. Removal of the Vessel under a grant by the Florida Wildlife Commission is necessary to eliminate future environmental threats as well as threats to boating safety due to its condition and the Vessel does not have proper navigational lighting on it. Although currently floating, the Vessel requires periodic pumping to remain afloat and its hull integrity is extremely questionable due to significant rust and corrosion. The Vessel hull is leaking in several locations and will sink again, most likely within several days, if periodic pumping is halted. The Vessel size is as follows: Length – 80’ Hull Material – Steel Gross tonnage – 170 Breadth – 20.5 Depth – 15.5 1.02 SCOPE Successful Bidder shall provide the rapid removal of the Vessel. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: A. Successful Bidder must have the required permits, licenses and/or certifications to perform the work during the removal process. B. Whole intact removal of the Vessel via floating dry dock or transport barge to eliminate the threat of sinking of the vessel from its current Location: N 27 31.654 / W 82 37.9402 in the Manatee River just south of Emerson Point. C. Provide an enclosure within the dry dock or barge during transport to ensure containment of any petroleum, or other contaminate, discharges from the Vessel. NOTE: Fuel Tanks have been previously pumped dry. D. Transport of the Vessel to a shipyard for dismantling. E. Removal and disposal of the Vessel's large anchor and anchor chain