Water Ferry Service Operation and Maintenance

The City of Annapolis, Maryland is seeking qualified boat pilot operational firms to operate and maintain a passenger/bicycle water ferry service, including marketing, using up to two city-provided vessels.

Annapolis > Central Purchasing Office


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REFI #27-01
Sep 18, 2026 12:00 PM
Aug 14, 2026 03:20 PM
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
cmgarascia@annapolis.gov
161 Duke Of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD, USA
Description

The City of Annapolis, Maryland is requesting Letters of Interest and Statements of Qualifications from qualified boat pilot operational firms to operate and maintain a passenger/bicycle water ferry service. The city will provide up to two diesel-electric water ferries, each 36-45 feet in length with integrated bicycle racks, at no lease cost. The operator will be responsible for all operating, insurance, and general maintenance costs, as well as providing dockage for the vessels. Services include safe operation, routine maintenance, fuel and supplies, repairs, winterization, hiring and training of licensed personnel, and marketing services including reservations and promotions. The ferry will operate at least three days per week (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) from April through October, with initial routes from City Dock to Eastport at 5th Street, and later routes to Hawkins Cove and Carr's Beach.

Classification Codes
NAICS483212Inland Water Passenger Transportation
PSCV214Marine Passenger Service
Smart Codes
water ferry operationpassenger vessel maintenancemaritime marketing services
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Aug 14, 2026-Publication Date
Sep 4, 2026-Questions Due Date
Sep 18, 2026-Letters of Interest Due Date
Requirements
Required
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