Attachment A - Brand Comparison.xlsx
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- Electrofishing Boat
- Solicitation number
- RFP 751 250000000137 1
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- Cass County, Michigan
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This is a Brand Comparison Attachment document for the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division's Request for Proposal No. 250000000137, which seeks an electrofishing boat, outboard engine, and trailer package meeting specific DNR specifications. The document provides detailed technical specifications for the Smith-Root brand as the reference standard against which alternate brand proposals must be compared. The proposed system is an 18-foot aluminum vessel with integrated electrofishing capabilities, designed as a complete control system combining electrical output generation, fish holding capacity, and command station operations. The boat features a semi-V hull construction with 80-inch beam, dual 12-gallon fuel tanks, a 74-gallon livewell system, and accommodates up to five crew members with integrated safety control systems. The integrated electrofisher control box must deliver 0-1,200 VDC output, record comprehensive operational data including GPS coordinates, voltage, current, power, and waveform parameters, and allow downloadable data via USB port for performance analysis and efficiency improvement in field operations.
The package includes a Honda 7000-watt generator with inverter power, a Suzuki 90HP four-stroke commercial outboard engine with electric start and power steering, and a tandem-axle galvanized roller trailer with disc brakes, waterproof LED lighting, and adjustable winch system. All specifications emphasize commercial-grade construction and materials, including marine-grade aluminum hull with welded seams, closed-cell polyurethane foam flotation exceeding US Coast Guard standards, and industrial powder-coat finishes for durability. The document serves as a mandatory comparison tool for bidders proposing alternate brands, requiring them to demonstrate equivalency or superiority to the Smith-Root specifications across hull construction, interior systems, electrical capabilities, safety features, and component integration.
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Sheet1
| Department of Natural Resources | ||
| Fisheries Division | ||
| Brand Specific – Smith-Root | ||
| Electrofishing Boat, Outboard and Trailer Package per DNR Specifications | ||
| Request for Proposal No. 250000000137 | ||
| ATTACHMENT A - BRAND COMPARISON | ||
| MANDATORY DOCUMENT FOR BIDDERS OFFERING AN ALTERNATE BRAND | ||
| DNR Specifications | Proposed Alternate | |
| Brand | Smith-Root | |
| Summary | Aluminum, all welded, fully integrated, command console with electrofisher, generator, anode and cathode electrodes, outboard motor and trailer | |
| Boat is designed to be a completely integrated control system between the electrical output generator, its electrical control box, its fish holding tank, and the overall command station of the boat. | ||
| All operational controls such as the quick electrical cutoffs, fish tank and pump functions, and generator and pulsator monitoring are available from the command station. | ||
| Boat system provides the ability to record and download all onboard electrofishing data to review performance and improve efficiency in the field. | ||
| The electrofishing system provides an output of 1,200 volts to be effective in low conductivity waters. | ||
| The boat provides the maximum amount of stability to optimize safe operation in fast-flowing waters and has the maximum amount of maneuverability to ensure efficient electrofishing. | ||
| The boat is able to access very tight spaces on the water, blowdowns, brush, and rocky structure. | ||
| The boat system is designed for quick setup and breakdown, with a small number of components needed to be removed for transport. | ||
| Component parts are streamlined and offer additional stability while being designed and placed in a manner that keeps the decks clear of obstructions and eases movement by crewmembers enabling better fish capture and safety. | ||
| The boat includes an easy loading/unloading system of high durability and structural integrity to withstand adverse operating field conditions. | ||
| Commercial Hull Construction and Exterior | ||
| Length 18 feet Heavy-Duty Semi-V Bow 10 degree to flat stern hull | ||
| 80-inch beam, 28-inch sides, 25-inch transom, 18-foot long | ||
| Inside and outside all-welded seams | ||
| 0.125 5052 marine grade aluminum hull and sides | ||
| All-welded construction | ||
| Hard machine-rivets at critical rib support points | ||
| Extruded chine overlays double welded bottom seams | ||
| All-aluminum box-beam transom | ||
| Aluminum skinned, foam-filled interior side walls | ||
| Custom-formed chine 6061-T6 aluminum to protect double welded bottom seams | ||
| Heavy duty double “H” channel transom designed and built to resist damage | ||
| Herring bone support/rib system that creates hull flexibility for long term vessel safety and stability | ||
| Pressed-in corrugations for structural strength and tracking | ||
| Closed-cell marine grade polyurethane flotation foam sprayed in along both sides and below the deck line offering upright, level flotation that exceeds the standards mandated by the US Coast Guard | ||
| Spray foam to seal hollow hull areas from Aquatic Invasive Species; | ||
| T bar welded bow eye at the front attachment point with two holes for securing the boat to a winch/trailer | ||
| 8” stern cleats with bolt on retractable trailer tie downs | ||
| Boat Interior | ||
| Full integrated Captain’s Command Center | ||
| Large forward dry storage compartments with 2 lockable marine doors | ||
| Non-skid aluminum tread plate floor | ||
| All flooring should be completely sealed using one level sturdy diamond plate decking | ||
| Interior should have industrial powder-coat finish for durability | ||
| 2-12-gallon built-in USCG and EPA Compliant fuel tanks for outboard engine with exterior fuel filling capabilities | ||
| Unique hull identification number | ||
| Integrated battery storage compartments | ||
| Research vessel hull badges | ||
| LED Navigation lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| LED Backup lights | ||
| LED Deck lights | ||
| LED Livewell lights | ||
| Marine fuel filter | ||
| Bilge pump | ||
| Along the gunwales should be tie-downs for securing nets, poles and other equipment. | ||
| Walkways that allow easy access to the full boat length on both sides. | ||
| Industrial strength powder coating on metal Captain Command Center, live well and generator engine housing | ||
| Noise deadening generator engine housing including service accessibility hatch | ||
| Includes Honda generator 7000 watts, 120/240V, Inverter Power, low sound emission (60 dB), fuel injected commercial grade, push button electric starting, 120/240V Selector Switch, with a runtime of up to 18 hours. Generator needs to power the electrofisher, work lights, and the built-in battery charging system. | ||
| Livewell | ||
| 74 gallons | ||
| LED back lighting | ||
| All aluminum construction | ||
| Tank fill pump flow through system (Rapid fill pump 25 gallons per minute) | ||
| Custom standpipe for rapid drainage and easy cleaning | ||
| 4 corner aeration spray nozzles | ||
| Separation insert to split livewell into two compartments for multiple passes or species isolation | ||
| 2 Hinged lids that are extra reinforced for long term durability | ||
| Located an optimal distance from front work platform for rapid fish removal while electrofishing | ||
| Captain Command Center | ||
| Center console with shatterproof windscreen | ||
| Steering helm | ||
| Hydraulic steering system | ||
| Steering wheel spinner knob for rapid electrofishing maneuverability | ||
| Integrated electrofisher controls | ||
| Humminbird Helix 7 Chirp G4N GPS/Fish finder installed | ||
| Push button electric generator start | ||
| Headlight switches | ||
| Backup light switches | ||
| Deck light switches | ||
| Livewell light switches | ||
| Courtesy lighting | ||
| Navigation light switches | ||
| Bilge pump control (auto and manual) | ||
| Integrated fuel gauge | ||
| Fuel tank selector switch port & starboard | ||
| Two unassigned 15 Amp DC switches for custom use | ||
| Integrated breaker panel | ||
| Electrode output configuration panel | ||
| Auxiliary foot pedal connector | ||
| Foot pedal configuration switches | ||
| Captains seating system | ||
| 12-Volt DC accessory power plug | ||
| Tank fill controls | ||
| Recirculation controls | ||
| Integrated electrofishing pedal controls | ||
| Integrated Captain’s electrofishing pedal | ||
| Side-mounted throttle controls | ||
| Power trim | ||
| 2 marine batteries charged by generator for onboard electronics | ||
| Battery Charger | ||
| 4 position main battery selector switch | ||
| 3 position outboard battery selector switch | ||
| Integrated digital onboard battery voltmeter | ||
| Heavy-duty canvas console cover | ||
| LED Console lighting | ||
| Front Work Platform | ||
| 2 integrated electrofishing kick switches (captain can select independent or simultaneous use) | ||
| Safety Control Foot-Switch System allows for control by up to 5 crewmembers, meeting all State and Federal Safety Electrofishing Codes | ||
| All weather Dry-deck mat | ||
| 2 x 12 Volt accessory plugs | ||
| UV all-weather line-x coating OSHA approved safety railing | ||
| Removeable bow safety railing for diverse work platform capabilities (OSHA approved) | ||
| LED lighting | ||
| Electrofisher Control Box | ||
| A single control box to provide and record the range of electrical inputs and outputs. Electrofisher must provide downloadable GPS data via USB port and must include the following: | ||
| Date (Month, Day, Year) | ||
| Time (Hours, Minutes, Seconds) | ||
| Resettable Timer (Seconds; up to 99,999 seconds) | ||
| Peak Voltage (Volts) | ||
| Peak Current (Amps) | ||
| Peak Power (Watts) | ||
| Average Voltage (Volts) | ||
| Average Current (Amps) | ||
| Average Power (Watts) | ||
| Primary/Secondary Waveform | ||
| Waveform (Alternating Current, Direct Current, Pulsed Direct Current, Burst of Pulses Direct Current, Modified Alternating Current) | ||
| Input Voltage (Volts) | ||
| Input Duty Cycle (%) | ||
| Input Frequency (Hz) | ||
| GPS (Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Accuracy) | ||
| Temperature | ||
| Programmable electrofishing “favorites” settings for saving output waveforms: recalls waveform, duty cycle, frequency, and voltage | ||
| Dual Outputs | ||
| Waterproof connections, UV resistant | ||
| Positive locating keyways (only terminate into correct receptacle) | ||
| Input Power: 8,000 Watt continuous for max outputs; 240V 50/60hz 30A max generators (must have floating neutral) | ||
| Output Voltage: 0-1,200 VDC; 0-240 VAC rms 339 Vpeak | ||
| Output Current: 24 ADC continuous @ 250 VDC | ||
| Peak Output Current: 80 Amps (0-300 Volts), 40 Amps (300-600 Volts), 20 Amps (600-1,200 Volts) | ||
| Output Power: 7,200 Watts Continuous AC | ||
| Peak Output Power: 24,000 Watts | ||
| Frequency Range (pulses per second; pps): 1-1,000 hertz (pps) in 1 hertz increments | ||
| Duty Cycle: 1% to 100% in 1% increments | ||
| Timer: 0-99,999 Seconds* | ||
| Alarm: 60-3,600 seconds with alarm at end of count and reminder every 60 seconds thereafter | ||
| Data Port: USB 2.0 for downloading stored data and uploading software and firmware updates | ||
| Display: Sunlight readable 1,000 nits; Day/Night Mode; 5” 800x480 color LCD | ||
| Automatic voltage range shifting for three ranges of voltage | ||
| Software protection for internal circuitry and overloading | ||
| Digital warnings display input and output errors | ||
| Data recall when generator is powered down | ||
| Digital metering of peak and average watts, amps, and volts | ||
| Hermetically sealed/splash resistant design | ||
| Cooling via convection through heat sink | ||
| Water resistant main breaker | ||
| External hardware gasketed and o-ringed for splash resistance | ||
| Single 5” color LCD screen monitors and displays: | ||
| Resettable Timer (Seconds; up to 99,999 seconds) | ||
| Peak Voltage (Volts) outputs graphed for 3 minutes | ||
| Peak Current (Amps) outputs graphed for 3 minutes | ||
| Peak Power (Watts) outputs graphed for 3 minutes | ||
| Average Voltage (Volts) | ||
| Average Current (Amps) | ||
| Average Power (Watts) | ||
| Primary/Secondary Waveform | ||
| Waveform animation | ||
| Input Voltage (Volts) | ||
| Input Duty Cycle (%) | ||
| Input Frequency (Hz) | ||
| GPS (Latitude, Longitude) | ||
| Alarm (programmable seconds of effort alert) | ||
| Input from generator | ||
| Software Version | ||
| Day and Night Mode for LCD screen | ||
| System includes internal rechargeable battery that maintains display when generator is off | ||
| Light and tonal alert system to indicate that electrofisher is operating | ||
| GPS antenna | ||
| Quarter turn “military style” connectors | ||
| Trailer | ||
| Brand | ||
| Tandem axle | ||
| Galvanized | ||
| Roller trailer (minimum 32 rollers) | ||
| Side guides for easy loading | ||
| Oil bath bearing hubs | ||
| Disc brakes on both axles | ||
| 2" Ball Receiver | ||
| 7-way connector | ||
| Folding tongue | ||
| Heavy duty tongue jack with wheel | ||
| Adjustable winch and strap | ||
| Heavy duty fenders | ||
| Waterproof LED low profile light kit | ||
| Spare tire & mount | ||
| Outboard Engine | ||
| Suzuki | ||
| 90HP | ||
| Commercial lower unit | ||
| Electric start | ||
| Extra-long shaft (25 inches) | ||
| Four Stroke | ||
| Hydraulic power steering | ||
| Power tilt & trim | ||
| Troll mode switch controls | ||
| Aluminum prop | ||
| Installed Atlas Micro Jacker AHJM-4-DP |
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