Washington State Ferries to acquire clean diesel ferry vessels and establish procurement processes.

The bill mandates the Washington State Ferries to acquire clean diesel ferry vessels capable of carrying between 125 and 140 vehicles and up to 1,200 passengers. It allows for a multiple contract procurement approach to expedite vessel delivery. The Department of Transportation must use a modified request for proposals process for new auto ferries, except for certain 144-auto ferries. The department is authorized to negotiate contracts without bid for emergency repairs and single-source contracts for vessel dry dockings.

Washington State Ferries to acquire clean diesel ferry vessels and establish procurement processes.

The bill mandates the Washington State Ferries to acquire clean diesel ferry vessels capable of carrying between 125 and 140 vehicles and up to 1,200 passengers. It allows for a multiple contract procurement approach to expedite vessel delivery. The Department of Transportation must use a modified request for proposals process for new auto ferries, except for certain 144-auto ferries. The department is authorized to negotiate contracts without bid for emergency repairs and single-source contracts for vessel dry dockings.