UNSPSC 25111534: Research vessel

A ship equipped for surveying and research of marine environment in general and specific marine issues or subject areas in particular spanning multiple industries.

UNSPSC 25111534 Research vessel is a Commodity code. State and local governments buy small operational research and enforcement boats under this code — specifically, patrol and sampling vessels for wildlife, marine resource, and environmental monitoring work. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recently solicited for a 21-foot Carolina Skiff center console with fixed-specification 140-horsepower outboard motor and aluminum tandem-axle trailer under ITB17177, and separately for three 25- to 27-foot offshore center console research vessels under ITB16934, both in sealed-bid format. The Commission is the dominant buyer in the recent opportunity set, reflecting state wildlife agency demand for small-craft marine operations. Vessels procured under this code are typically new models rigged and tested for immediate field deployment, with engines, trailers, safety systems, and navigation electronics as integrated procurement packages rather than separate line items.

Activity concentrates in Florida, where the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has issued multiple ITBs since July 2026 totaling at least $285,000 estimated value over three years for the offshore vessel contract alone. The Carolina Skiff ITB (ITB17177) closed October 29, 2026 with a preferred delivery date of April 1, 2027 and final delivery by June 1, 2027 at $100 per calendar day liquidated damages for delay. The offshore research vessel ITB (ITB16934) was posted September 14, 2026 with a bid opening of October 1, 2026; however, Addendum No. 1 noted receipt of fewer than two responsive bids and the Commission's intent to proceed as a single-source exceptional purchase under Florida Statute 287.057(6). Bidders must register in MyFloridaMarketPlace and Florida's Sunbiz system prior to bid opening, submit three verifiable project references for similar marine work, and provide all manufacturer documentation and warranties. The geographic footprint outside Florida is not evident from recent postings.