Texas A&M University Galveston is establishing a master “pool of vendors” contract to provide shipyard services on an as‑needed basis for vessels located on its Galveston campus. The contract is a no‑guarantee, time‑and‑materials agreement where the vendor is compensated only for actual labor hours and material costs. The work includes routine maintenance, emergency repairs, rebuilding, renovation, new construction, and related services such as propulsion, steering, electrical, HVAC, painting, and rigging. The initial term is one year beginning September 1 2026, with up to four one‑year renewals, and the vendor must meet extensive insurance, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Core services: vessel maintenance, repairs, rebuilding, renovation, construction, and related mechanical/electrical work.
• Payment: hourly labor rates (regular, overtime, holiday) plus cost‑plus markup for parts; Net 30 payment after acceptance.
• Requirements: vendor must provide all tools/rigging, maintain required insurance, adhere to FOB Destination shipping, and respond to service calls within one business day.
• Contract length: 1‑year initial term with optional renewals up to a total of 5 years.