Whatcom County Bid #26-01 2026 Drydocking, Repair, and Maintenance of the Whatcom Chief Ferry Whatcom County Public Works requests bids for the 2026 Drydocking, Repair, and Maintenance of the Whatcom Chief Ferry, as further described in the solicitation documents. Additional information, including how to obtain the full solicitation at no charge, is noted on the County website https://www.co.whatcom.wa.us/Bids.aspx or call Purchasing at (360) 778-5330. The deadline for responses is 2:30 PM, Tuesday, February 3, 2026. A mandatory bidder's conference is scheduled for Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM on board the Whatcom Chief Ferry. Please see the complete bid posting on the Whatcom County Purchasing website or bid packet for important meeting details. Whatcom County affirms it will not discriminate against, or grant preferential treatment to any individual or group on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation (including gender identity), age, marital status, or disability, political affiliation, veteran status, ethnicity, or national origin in the operation of public employment, public education, or public contracting. Whatcom County encourages disadvantaged, minority, and women owned consultant firms to respond. Persons with disabilities may request this information be prepared and supplied in alternate forms by contacting Purchasing at (360) 778-5330. As required by law, the E-Verify System may be required. Engineer's Estimate Range: $1,300,000 – $1,600,000. IPL0303131 Jan 7,14 2026