Addendum No. 1 - Q & A - ITB 2024022.pdf

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ADDENDUM No. 1

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

DEP Procurement Section

3800 Commonwealth Boulevard, MS#93 Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000

April 17, 2024

Addendum To: DEP Solicitation No. 2024022, entitled “Re-Advertisement for Dive Vessel for Coral Protection & Restoration”

The Department hereby answers questions posed by prospective Vendors. This addendum does not need to be returned with the response.

Question Number

Solicitation Section

Solicitation Page Number Question / Answer

1. - - Can we have multiple bids (ex a used and new top tier and lower tier) ?

Yes, multiple bids may be submitted for different models of a vessel and/or different models of items on Form D, Optional Price Sheet, as long as they meet the minimum specifications as detailed in Section 4.

All requested items shall be new; no used or refurbished items will be accepted.

2.

Half tower? Can you elaborate A half tower is defined as an anodized aluminum structure with four legs and an aluminum frame that attaches to the gunwales of the vessel. As indicated in 4.3, Contractor Responsibilities, an anodized aluminum half tower with a fiberglass hardtop is preferred, but at minimum with a waterproof canvas top will be considered, to maximize the shading/coverage for divers over the aft deck.

3.

Do you want a bank battery charger?

If a bank battery is part of the vessel’s standard equipment and included in the fixed price of the vessel, then it is acceptable; otherwise, it is not a required item.

4.

Do you want Coolers on the rear for seating?

Rear seating is optional and as indicated in Section 4.3, Contractor Responsibilities - this would need to be a fold-up stowable seating option.

5.

Do you want a live well ?

If a live well is part of the vessel’s standard equipment and included in the fixed price of the vessel, then it is acceptable; otherwise, it is not a required item.

6. - - Do you want a windlass?

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Question Number

Solicitation Section

Solicitation Page Number Question / Answer

If a windlass is part of the vessel’s standard equipment and included in the fixed price of the vessel, then it is acceptable; otherwise, it is not a required item.

7.

What color hull?

The Department does not specify a preference in Section 4.3, Contractor Responsibilities. Lighter colors for exterior & interior are preferred and should be complimentary to each other.

8.

What motor do you want or prefer? Yamaha mercury or Suzuki motors? 259 vs 350 (cost vs power) ?

As indicated in Section 4.3, Contractor Responsibilities, a Yamaha, or a Mercery twin engine, of at least 150 HP each.

9.

Stereo?

If a stereo is part of the vessel’s standard equipment and included in the fixed price of the vessel, then it is acceptable; otherwise, it is not a required item.

10.

GPS ray marine or garmin?

As specified in Section 4.3, Contractor Responsibilities, Garmin model is preferred.

11. - - Underwater lighting?

If underwater lighting is part of the vessel’s standard equipment and included in the fixed price of the vessel, then it is acceptable; otherwise, it is not a required item.

12. - - Upholstery color?

The Department does not specify a preference in Section 4.3, Contractor Responsibilities. Lighter colors for exterior & interior are preferred and should be complimentary to each other.

13. - - Anchor needed?

As indicated in Section 4.3, Contractor Responsibilities, Galvanized steel fluke anchor (minimum 10 lb.) and chain (minimum 15’).

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