21ft_-_Boat_Specifications.docx

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

DIVISION OF OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE

FLEET MANAGEMENT BRANCH

BID SPECIFICATION: 21-FOOT BOAT & TRAILER

JANUARY 2025, REVISION A

1. SCOPE

The purpose of this specification is to describe the minimum requirements for the procurement of one (1) new fully operational turn-key, heavy duty aluminum hull boat for use in the implementation of environmental, recreation, and land use requirements under DWR’s FERC license. The boat is necessary to navigate Lake Oroville in various weather conditions with a varied occupancy and gear loads.

BOAT SPECIFICATIONS, STANDARDS, & REQUIREMENTS

All specifications shall meet U.S. Coast Guard, American Boating and Yachting Council (ABYC) and National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) specifications.

All work and materials shall be in accordance with the best commercial marine practice, and complete in all respect.

The boat shall meet all OSHA & Cal OSHA regulations and suggested safety guidelines.

The boat engine shall meet all California Air Resources Board (CARB) requirements and shall have all required certifications.

The builder shall construct, furnish, and deliver the boat made of commercial grade aluminum with a 4-stroke outboard motor.

The requirements include but are not necessarily limited to structure, machinery, electrical equipment, outfitting, preservation, and painting.

The builder shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, plans, services, and equipment required to deliver the boat in complete operable condition as specified.

A certificate of weight for the boat with a full load of fuel, and the trailer weight (without the boat) shall be acquired prior to delivery. All required registration documents to register the vessel, engine, and trailer with the California Department of Motor Vehicles shall be provided.

GENERAL DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES

The boat is to meet the parameters as listed in Table 1.

Table 1 Boat shall have a fuel tank capacity of 70 gallons, minimum.

Boat shall have a six-person capacity Boat shall have a person weight capacity of 1,100 pounds, minimum.

HULL

The boat hull shall be made of commercial marine grade aluminum alloy and all welded construction.

The hull shall include an integrated offshore bracket, with welded Bomar hatch, that is capable of accommodating the primary motor along with a kicker motor.

The hull shall be constructed in a manner that will handle continuous pounding in waves and chop.

All edges and corners shall have a smooth finish.

Minimum four (4) cleats shall be provided.

Boat shall feature a boarding ladder with a welded grab handle.

Bolt-on sacrificial anode on the hull shall be provided.

Stainless steel bow and stern eye tie-downs shall be provided on the boat.

Bow foredeck shall have a welded 0.19-inch double plate.

2. CABIN & INTERIOR

Cabin shall have a folded canvas soft top, with side and back curtains for all weather operation.

Cabin shall have rigid top frame, providing a “convertible”-style feature for the folded canvas soft top to be mounted onto, and be totally removable if so desired.

The cabin shall have a walk-through center windshield.

Boat is to have dual windshield wipers.

The boat is to have non-skid decks with floor grip. Aluminum flooring is acceptable.

A tilt helm is to be provided.

The cabin shall have a port side passenger console tray and a flat surface behind the windshield to provide a work surface.

Switch panel shall be provided on the dashboard for operating the bilge pump, lights, and horn.

Dashboard shall include, but not be limited to an hour meter, fuel gauge, battery gauge, and nighttime navigation.

Auxiliary engine throttle mounting bracket is to be provided at the helm.

The boat shall include live wells.

All storage boxes are to be lockable.

3. SEATING

The boat shall be provided with two (2) severe duty swivel suspension helm seats with folding armrests.

Two (2) padded ice-box storage aft bench seats are to be provided behind the captain seats, one port side and one starboard.

4. POWER TRAIN & STEERING

A four-stroke outboard, Honda or equivalent, engine rated at 300 horsepower (HP) minimum is to be supplied and installed by the builder.

Capability to accommodate an auxiliary engine mounted to the outboard bracket shall be provided.

The engine shall meet all CARB requirements and have current CARB certification.

The engine shall be NMEA 2000 certified and connected to the dash mounted display for monitoring.

The engine weight shall not cause an overly heavy rear end that would result in performance issues.

The engine shall be NMEA 2000 certified and connected to the dash mounted display for monitoring.

The engine and associated equipment are to be manufacturer installed and tested.

All provisions to install an auxiliary engine at a future time are to be included.

Builder shall provide and install all wiring and gauges required for safe operation of the engine.

The engine shall be equipped with a stainless-steel propeller that is properly pitched for the vessel weight, design, and usage.

The builder shall provide one (1) additional replacement Aluminum propeller of the same type, pitch, and diameter as determined appropriate by the builder for the configuration and usage of the boat.

The boat shall be equipped with hydraulic steering system at the main helm for a single main engine.

The boat shall include a swim deck with a kicker motor.

5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Running, safety, navigation, and anchoring lights shall be composed of LEDs and installed to satisfy State of California and U.S. Coast Guard regulations.

The boat shall have a key switch.

Two (2) forward facing top mounted remote spotlights are to be provided.

A courtesy deck light is to be provided.

Two (2) interior cabin dome lights are to be provided.

Transom courtesy lighting is to be provided.

A minimum of five (5) 12v/USB receptacles are to be provided throughout the vessel. There shall be an outlet in the bow, at each side of the dash, and at each side of the stern at a minimum.

One starting battery and one house battery shall be provided at a minimum. Batteries shall be heavy-duty group 27 and controlled with a heavy-duty selector switch.

Batteries shall be secured in a manner that prevents movement.

Batteries shall be placed in a manner that allows for inspection and replacement.

Foghorn with horn button on dash shall be provided.

The wiring harness shall be made with waterproof connections.

A dual bilge pump system rated at a minimum of 1250 GPH with auto float shall be installed on the boat with controls at the helm.

Electric trim tabs with dash indicator switch are to be provided.

The system shall also include dual batteries with an ACR system.

6. FUEL SYSTEM

A built-in fuel tank constructed as per U.S. Coast guard standards shall be provided.

The tank shall be secured below deck and have proper venting.

The tank shall be baffled to minimize stability problems from fuel movement.

The tank shall be equipped with a fuel gauge at the helm.

The fuel tank shall be equipped with a shut-off valve that is easily accessible.

The fuel shall be filtered using a water separating fuel filter.

TRAILER

The trailer shall be a tandem axle, heavy-duty, welded galvanized aluminum construction trailer, and be capable of accommodating the vessel fully fueled and equipped.

The trailer shall be equipped with an electric over hydraulic brake system, similar to Hydrastar marine.

The trailer is to have 15-inch aluminum wheels.

The trailer is to have chine guides.

The trailer shall have high density polymer bunk surfaces which contact the boats hull.

The trailer shall have a spare tire with rim and bracket.

The trailer shall be equipped with wheel bearing “Bearing Buddy” type inserts.

The trailer shall be provided with tongue jack with wheel.

The trailer shall meet all applicable California Vehicle Code and Safety requirements.

The trailer shall be capable of launching from paved and unpaved ramps.

The highest fixed point on the trailer shall be no more than 8 feet.

The overall boat on trailer length, from coupler to main engine, shall be no more than 31 feet.

7. MISCELLANEOUS

A polished bow chock and anchor shall be provided.

Boat shall include transducer bracket to accommodate a depth finder.

Boat shall have Zolatone interior and two-color full side paint.

Any stock fishing rod storage shall be removed from the boat.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

DIVISION OF OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE

FLEET MANAGEMENT BRANCH

BID SPECIFICATIONS

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

General Provisions:

The unit and any accessory shall be delivered completely assembled and ready for operation. All equipment options and accessories are to be factory installed. If factory installed options are not available, dealer-installed options may be acceptable if approved by the State in advance. All dealer-installed options shall be listed on each bid.

To be considered for the bid, the supplier shall be the equipment manufacturer, an authorized factory dealer or representative thereof. The qualified supplier shall also be capable of providing parts, service, warranty, and training in California for the equipment specified herein. The supplier shall be capable of providing replacement part(s) within five (5) working days after a purchase order is submitted to the supplier.

Each bid must include vehicle data, drawing(s), published literature(s), photo(s), illustration(s), and performance test data pertaining to the equipment bid. Only new models in current production that are cataloged by the manufacturer, and for which printed specifications are available shall be considered. All equipment and accessories cataloged as standard, unless superseded by these specifications, shall be furnished and included in the purchase price of the unit. Special option(s) may be included only if recommended by the equipment manufacturer and approved in advance by the State.

The State reserves the right to purchase up to two (2) additional units at bid prices for State Agencies and California Local Government Agencies. Orders for such additional units shall be placed within one (1) year of bid award date.

Workmanship:

All work and materials shall be in accordance with the best manufacturing practices, and complete in all respects, and comply with the applicable requirements of the U.S. and California.

Component parts of the unit shall be new (unused), current model year production, and of proper size and design for safe operation. The equipment shall be provided with components, accessories, materials, design practices, and workmanship that are the best available in the industry for the equipment type, and suitable for locations where the vehicle shall be used. The manufacturer's recommended torque rating of each driven part shall be equal to or exceed the torque rating of its driving member. The equipment shall be a product of good workmanship and shall be free from any defects that will affect their appearance, use, or serviceability.

Material:

Construction shall be of all new (unused) material free of rust and any defects. All structural components in the assembly shall be fabricated from a single piece of material. Spliced components are not acceptable. Brackets, gusset plates, etc. to be welded shall be of the same material as the adjoining material. The finished product shall be free of dents and warpage. The use of body filler is unacceptable.

Fasteners:

Bolts and washers shall comply with the most current engineering and manufacturing practices and standards. Frame (flange) bolts and nuts shall be used to attach components to the vehicle frame. Frame bolts and nuts shall be of compatible material to prevent electrolysis with frame members. Bolt lengths shall be such that a minimum of two threads shall extend beyond the nut when tightened. Nuts shall be the locking type.

Structural members shall use Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Grade 8, or better, bolts with matching nuts.

Non-structural members shall use SAE Grade 5, or better, bolts with matching nuts.

Metal Shaping:

All breaks shall be free of cracks. Radii shall be at least twice the thickness of the material or in accordance with the requirements established by ASTM International for the particular material being formed, whichever is greater. All holes shall be round, of the proper dimension, perpendicular to the material they are produced in, and finished smooth. Oblong holes or holes drilled, bored, etc. at angles are not acceptable. Holes and slots shall be drilled, punched, saw cut, plasma cut, or milled; torch cut is unacceptable. Sharp corners on all material shall be rounded smooth to prevent injury.

Welding:

Welding shall comply with the most current standards as set forth by the American Welding Society (AWS) and the American National Standard Institute (ANSI). Intermittent or spot welds shall be spaced and proportioned to provide ample strength for the material being welded. Weld sizes not indicated shall be equal to the thickness of the least of the joined plates.

All welds shall be properly fused, displaying proper penetration and a professional finish, and must meet the qualification requirements of applicable AWS specifications. Examples of unacceptable welds are:

Any weld failing to comply with the AWS specification or failing to pass a quality assurance inspection performed by the State, shall be corrected by the manufacturer at the manufacturer’s expense, and be corrected off State property. weld shall correct deficient welds.

Grinding of welds must have prior approval of the Department of Water Resources’ (DWR’s) Fleet Management Branch Engineering Section. Welds that have been ground without approval shall be subject to complete re-welding upon request, at no additional cost to the State. The covering of welds with body fillers or similar materials is unacceptable. Warpage of assembled parts is unacceptable.

Electrical System:

Minimum electrical equipment shall comply with all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and State of California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) regulations. All lights, signals, and markers shall be recessed, mounted in rubber grommets, unless otherwise specified. Mounting holes for lights shall be the proper dimension as recommended by the manufacturer. Mounting holes shall be punched, plasma cut, or saw cut and finished smooth; torch cut holes are unacceptable.

All wiring installed shall be the stranded copper type and shall have cross-linked polyethylene insulation. All wiring shall be protected in a plastic loom or conduit, unless otherwise specified. Adequate size gauge of wire to the lights shall be used in accordance with SAE standards for distance from power source and load demand. The ends of all stranded conductors cut shall be mechanically stripped and fitted with insulated type terminals. The terminals shall be mechanically crimped securely with appropriate tool(s). All splices and connections shall be sealed against moisture. Scotch Lock wire-piercing devices shall not be used. Ground return connections shall be attached to the vehicle frame, body and/or engine. In cases where the engine or body is mounted on rubber or other insulation, proper ground shall be provided with grounding straps.

Hydraulic System:

Hydraulic lines shall be sized as recommended by the manufacturer of the component to which they attach and shall be adequate for the use intended. All hoses and plumbing shall have a minimum number of bends and shall be free of any kinks. All bends in hoses and tubing shall be not less than the minimum radius as recommended by the hose or tubing manufacturer. Where applicable, plumbing components shall be protected by frame members. Any hoses routed around or through areas, which may cause abrasion and cuts, shall be protected as necessary. Through holes for routing hose and tubing shall include grommet. All hydraulic components and plumbing shall be mechanically mounted and supported to withstand extensive field use. Adhesive type mounting will not be accepted. Fittings shall be of the proper size to match the hydraulic line to which they attach. Compression type fittings shall not be used in the system. All threads shall be North American type threads. British, metric, etc. threads are unacceptable. The use of black pipe, galvanized pipe, pipe fittings, etc. shall not be used in the hydraulic system. All reservoir inlets and outlets shall incorporate flange type fittings. Pipe nipples welded to the reservoir are unacceptable.

Inspection:

The State or its representative shall at all reasonable times have access to any plant, or location, where materials for or parts of the work are being fabricated, manufactured, assembled, or stored. The State or its representative shall be furnished with every reasonable facility for ascertaining that the materials and the workmanship are in accordance with the requirements and intentions of the specifications.

When the work has been completed, all machinery and equipment including the engine, pumps, electrical systems, steering, control linkage, and instruments shall be tested at the builder’s facility to check installations, adjustments, and performance. The builder shall include the cost of fuel and lube oil in the bid price. Any defects or deficiencies which may appear during the inspection, shall be repaired immediately by the builder. The vehicle shall then be re-tested under similar working conditions.

In-Process Inspection: Prior to final assembly, the unit shall be inspected during fabrication to determine timely manufacture, verify build quality, and to identify and resolve any discrepancies with the contract specification. This in-process inspection will take place at the manufacturer’s facility and will be conducted by State personnel. The supplier shall call the California DWR, Division of Operations and Maintenance (O&M), Fleet Management Branch, at (916) 397-0787 when the unit is considered to be at least 50% complete and/or prior to the permanent installation of major components. A written inspection report will be submitted to the supplier indicating that the unit is either acceptable or unacceptable.

Pre-Delivery Inspection: Prior to final shipment to the delivery destination as indicated on the purchase order, the unit shall be inspected by State personnel to determine compliance with the contract specification. The supplier shall call DWR O&M, Fleet Management Branch at (916) 397-0787, when the unit is complete and ready for inspection. The unit shall be serviced, washed, and ready for inspection. Where applicable, the supplier shall complete and sign the supplier pre-delivery inspection (PDI) form and the supplier shall note the appropriate Purchase Order number and line item on each form.

A written inspection report will be submitted to the supplier indicating that the unit is either acceptable or unacceptable. If the unit is determined unacceptable, the inspection report will list those deficiencies that must be corrected to make the unit acceptable. All deficiencies must be corrected prior to final shipment. If necessary, State personnel will re-inspect the unit to determine compliance. If the supplier’s place of business is outside the State of California, the supplier shall burden all travel and per diem costs to send one State employee to the supplier’s place of business for any additional re-inspection. Cost shall be taken out of the original Purchase Order.

Once the unit is determined to be acceptable, the supplier can commence shipment of said unit. The inspection report must state “OK to ship” or “OK to deliver” before the supplier can ship the unit.

Final Inspection: After delivery of the unit, the State will conduct a final inspection to check for shipping damage, determine that all deficiencies have been corrected, and verify receipt of all required documents and manuals. The State will have five working days, starting from the date that the State receives the unit and all required documentation, to conduct a final inspection.

If the unit is deemed unacceptable, the supplier must remedy, at the supplier’s expense, all deficiencies within seven days after receipt of written notification. The supplier shall remove said item from the State’s facility if major corrections are required. If the supplier fails to remedy all deficiencies or remove said item from the State’s facility within the specified period, the State may forward the said item to the supplier by common carrier at the supplier’s expense and risk. The supplier must correct any deficiencies noted at the final inspection before the unit will be considered for final acceptance and payment. Delivered units will not be considered for final acceptance and payment until all required documents (i.e., invoice, vehicle registration documents, weight certificate, parts books, operator's manuals, service manuals, lubrication instructions and charts, warranty information, certifications, questionnaires, etc.) are received by DWR.

Acceptance of delivery or placement in operation of the unit shall not release the manufacturer from liability for faulty design, workmanship, or materials that appear after the final payment has been made.

Vehicle Registration and Titling Documents Required:

Supplier shall provide all necessary documents for registration with the DMV, including, but not limited to, the Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin (MSO), Weight Slip (if applicable) and any other DMV required documentation. Each unit will be registered by the Fleet Management branch of DWR with the DMV and licensed for on-highway use. All documentation supplied for registration and titling shall contain the following physical and post office box addresses:

Department of Water Resources 715 P Street, 5-209 Sacramento, CA 95814

A final stage manufacturer’s certification label shall be affixed to the completed vehicle in accordance with FMVSS and the supplier shall furnish a weight slip, from a certified weight master, showing the vehicle tare weight for each unit at the time of delivery.

The original dealer's report of sale shall be furnished by all California licensed dealers at the time of delivery of each unit or units covered by these specifications.

An MSO and original bill of sale on the vendor's letterhead may be supplied for each unit in lieu of a dealer's report of sale, if the supplier is not a registered California dealer.

An original weight certificate from a California Weigh Master for registration purposes must be supplied at the time of delivery of each unit.

Delivery:

The equipment shall be completed within the supplier’s lead-time stated within their bid following the contract award. Any request for an extension shall be in writing.

Supplier shall be responsible for, and bear all costs associated with, the delivery and unloading of the unit. The unit shall be delivered to:

Department of Water Resources Corporation Yard 4270 West Capitol Ave.

West Sacramento, CA 95691 Warranties:

All work performed by the vendor including material shall have an unconditional warranty for at least one (1) year following acceptance of the equipment. Outside vendor furnished components shall be warranted to the extent provided by the outside vendor.

Instruction and Owner’s Manuals:

The vendor shall deliver the owner’s manual, instructions, or literature that is provided with gauges, equipment or accessories which are a part of the equipment.

One (1) set of equipment operation and safety manuals, service, and maintenance manuals, troubleshooting and repair guides, and parts books shall be provided for each complete system/unit, if available. As a minimum, operation and safety manuals, service, and maintenance manuals, troubleshooting and repair guides, and parts books shall be provided for all major component(s). DVDs, CD ROMs, or Flash Drives are preferred in lieu of hardcopy manuals.

Training:

The supplier, at his expense, shall provide a qualified factory-authorized service representative to provide operational and technical training for equipment operators and shop mechanics. Training shall consist of a combination of classroom discussion and/or audio-visual aids and hands-on operation for the operators. Training shall also include safety instructions, operation, maintenance, and lubrication requirements, any special adjustments and minor repair procedures. Shop mechanics shall also receive procedures for ordering parts, repair manual and parts book orientation.

The training shall be for one (1) 8-hour day minimum, or longer if the supplier deems necessary. The date of the training shall be coordinated between the supplier and DWR’s Fleet Management Branch at (916) 397-0787; however, the training will be completed within 30 days after final delivery. The full cost of this service shall be included in the bid. Equipment training will be held at the following location:

Oroville Field Division 460 Glen Dr, Oroville, CA 95966 Substitutions:

If a material or item is proposed as a substitute for that specified, complete information showing the equality of the material or item offered to that specified shall be submitted with the bid. The State shall be the sole judge as to what is equal or "equivalent". The installation of any approved substituted equipment or material is the vendor’s responsibility and any electrical, mechanical, structural, or other charges required for the satisfactory installation of the equipment or material shall be made without cost to the State.

Configuration Changes, Additional Features, Model Conversions:

DWR Business Services Office issues this bid solicitation and the purchase order resulting from it. All approvals, changes or contract execution are the direct responsibility of the DWR, Fleet Management Branch.

Allowance for Options/Upgrades and Unexpected Events:

For the purpose of this procurement, the State will reserve an amount equal to 10% of the bid amount to allow for State requested options/upgrades (components, equipment, parts, etc. that provide additional functionality to the specification), unanticipated tasks (additional work that must be performed which was wholly unanticipated and is not specified in the specification, but which in the opinion of both parties is necessary), unexpected and well documented price increases, freight/shipping/delivery costs increases (Supplier must submit support documentation to be approved by the State), etc. This is the maximum amount that will be available for State requested and approved options, upgrades, additional work, unexpected price/shipping/delivery increases, etc. after Purchase Order award. Any requests shall be documented via written Purchase Order Change (POC) and will be paid from this reserved allowance.

Payment:

Process for payment will be initiated after the unit on the purchase order is received and deemed acceptable. All discount periods start after final acceptance of the unit on the purchase order.

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