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Port to spend about $107,800 to replace two breakwater mooring cables after tug incident; will seek Coast Guard reimbursement
Summary
After paying to repair breakwater mooring cables damaged during a tug/berthing incident, the Port of Bremerton authorized a contract with Associated Underwater Services for $107,778.83 (plus applicable taxes) and said it will pursue Coast Guard reimbursement where available.
Port staff reported two mooring cables on the Bremerton breakwater (identified as L31 and L23) failed following a recent tug incident; staff said the port has documented the incident and adjusted policies to reduce repeat risks.
Staff presented two responsive bids and recommended awarding the work to Associated Underwater Services Inc., the low responsive bidder at $107,778.83. The board approved a motion to accept the bid and authorize the CEO to execute the construction contract "inclusive of applicable taxes"; staff noted the agenda summary included an estimated tax‑inclusive figure of about $117,170.
Staff estimated a roughly 60‑day procurement lead time for parts and paper and said underwater removal/installation will be scheduled to avoid cruise ship calls (work could be scheduled midweek). Staff also said the port will pursue reimbursement through the Coast Guard claims process, which the meeting noted allows applicants up to three years from the incident date to submit claims.
Commissioners asked about condition of other mooring elements and were told the remainder appear in fair condition but that recent corrosion and anode maintenance issues will be addressed as part of ongoing work.
