The Town of Southampton awarded a contract to Watral Brothers, Inc. for the complete asbestos abatement and demolition of the Bellaire Cove Motel. The work includes the safe removal, handling, and disposal of all asbestos‑containing materials, followed by the demolition of the existing motel structures, complying with all applicable federal, state, and local hazardous‑material regulations. The contract is funded through the Community Preservation – Property Stewardship program with a maximum ceiling of $243,000 and runs for one year with an optional one‑year extension at the Town’s discretion.
• Scope: Full asbestos removal plus demolition of the motel.
• Funding: Community Preservation Property Stewardship (max $243 k).
• Term: 1‑year base, optional 1‑year extension; award date July 11 2024.
• Procurement: Open competitive bidding, eight firms submitted bids; Watral Brothers, Inc. was the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.