Washington State Ferries (WSF) has reached a significant milestone in its plan to build up to five new 160-car hybrid-electric ferries, with bids now received from Eastern Shipbuilding Group in Florida and Nichols Brothers Boat Builders in Washington. The bidding process is under review, with the state aiming for a reliable and clean ferry fleet. Cost differences between the two bids have prompted discussions about splitting contracts to maximize budget efficiency and support local shipbuilding.

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