Boat Motor Replacement SPECIFICATIONS ALL ITEMS.docx

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES PROCUREMENT

SCOPE OF WORK /PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

Date: 02/05/2026

Department: Office of Law Enforcement

Project Title: TWELVE (12) REPLACEMENT BOAT MOTORS OF VARIOUS SIZES AND HORSEPOWER

Project Narrative: The Illinois Conservation Police intend to procure twelve (12) replacement outboard boat motors of various sizes and horsepower for boats currently in use. The motors to be replaced have reached their end of life due to use, age, and parts availability. The specifications attached are intended to describe and establish minimum requirements for the motors intended to re-power (replace motors).

Multiple Line Item Award:

Award will be made to the compliant low bidder by line item. Each line will be awarded separately. In the event the low bidder is unable to provide the boats(s) by June 30th, 2026, award may be made to the next lowest priced vendor for that line item.

Transportation and Delivery:

Vendor must provide two weeks’ notice of potential completion date to the purchaser.

Boat, motor, trailer combinations shall be delivered to Vendor’s facility for installation by Illinois Conservation Police and picked up by Illinois Conservation Police upon completion.

General Specifications:

All motors installed must have a functional hour meter equipped.

Successful bidders must be a licensed boat dealer and certified vendor for brand/manufacturer to be provided. Bids must include all anticipated costs of installation, and other fees/costs.

Subcontractors:

A minimum of fifty-one percent (51%) of the work shall be completed by the Prime Contractor on this project. Pursuant to (30 ILCS 500/1-15.17) the Contractor is the person having a contract with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Brand Name or Equal (if applicable)

1. If an item in this solicitation uses any brand name, make, model number or specific detailed specifications it shall be deemed for the purpose of describing the standard of quality, performance, and characteristics desired and is not intended to limit or restrict competition. “Or equal" submissions will not be rejected because of minor differences in design, construction or features that do not affect the suitability of the product for its intended use. Burden of proof that the product is equal is on the bidder.

2. To be considered for award, offers of “equal” products, including “equal” products of the brand name manufacturer, must:

(a) Meet the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristic specified.

(b) Clearly identify the item by:

(i) Brand name, if any

(ii) Make or model number

(c) Include descriptive literature such as illustrations, drawings, or a clear reference to previously furnished descriptive data or information available to the Contracting Officer; and

(d) Clearly describe any modifications the offeror plans to make in a product to make it conform to the solicitation requirements. Mark any descriptive material to clearly show the modifications.

3. The Purchaser will evaluate “equal” products on the basis of information furnished by the offeror or identified in the offer and reasonably available to the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer is not responsible for locating or obtaining any information not identified in the offer.

4. Unless the offeror clearly indicates in its offer that the product being offered is an “equal” product, the offeror shall provide the brand name product referenced in the solicitation.

· Equipment shall be brand new, unused and free from defect.

· Vendor must include manufacturer, make and model number as well as specs with quotes.

Manufacturer Name ________________________________________ Make/Brand ______________________________________________ Mod No. _________________________________________________

· Warranty Protection: Standard Manufacturer’s Warranty, Vendor to provide warranty information

· Attachments must be installed upon delivery (if applicable)

· Vendor to provide training on equipment operation and maintenance upon delivery (if applicable)

· Vendor shall provide two (2) copies of the operator and maintenance manuals upon delivery

· Vendor shall be an authorized wholesaler/retailer of the product provided under this contract

Bid Submittal Bids may be submitted electronically on BidBuy.

Bid Submittal Date and Time Refer to BidBuy for the bid date and time.

SPECIFICATIONS BY ITEM NUMBER:

ITEM #1

150HP Outboard Motor Quantity: 3

**MAKE, MODEL, YEAR OF BOAT AND CURRENT ENGINE STATED

FOR VENDOR TO REFERENCE FOR COMPATABILITY PURPOSES.

Current Boat:

2013 Sea Ark 2072 V Pro Center Console

Current Engine:

Mercury Pro XL Optimax 150

EQUIVALENT ENGINE TO BE PROVIDED BY VENDOR:

150hp four stroke inline 4 cylinder engine DOHC 16-Valve Remote steering Power trim and tilt Color black 2 stage gear reduction Offset drive shaft Water in fuel sensor Low oil pressure sensor 450-520 lbs minimum 3 Year outboard warranty Hour meter

ITEM #2

70 HP Outboard Boat Motor Quantity: 1

**MAKE, MODEL, YEAR OF BOAT AND CURRENT ENGINE STATED

FOR VENDOR TO REFERENCE FOR COMPATABILITY PURPOSES.

Current Boat:

Boat Excel 1754SWV4

Current Engine:

Motor Mud Buddy HDR 4000EFI

EQUIVALENT ENGINE TO BE PROVIDED BY VENDOR:

70HP four stroke inline 4 cylinder engine DOHC 16-Valve Tiller steering Power trim and tilt Color: Dark Bluish Gray Low oil pressure sensor 200-300 lbs

ITEM #3

115HP Outboard Boat Motor Quantity: 1

**MAKE, MODEL, YEAR OF BOAT AND CURRENT ENGINE STATED

FOR VENDOR TO REFERENCE FOR COMPATABILITY PURPOSES.

Current Boat:

2005 Sea Ark 2072 Center Console.

Current Engine:

Mercury Pro XS 115 Currently on it. (Rated for 130) New motor and controls.

EQUIVALENT ENGINE TO BE PROVIDED BY VENDOR:

115hp four stroke inline 4 cylinder engine DOHC 16-Valve Remote steering Power trim and tilt Color black 2 stage gear reduction Offset drive shaft Water in fuel sensor Low oil pressure sensor

ITEM #4

50 HP Outboard Motor Quantity: 1

**MAKE, MODEL, YEAR OF BOAT AND CURRENT ENGINE STATED

FOR VENDOR TO REFERENCE FOR COMPATABILITY PURPOSES

Current Boat:

War Eagle 17’ Age: 2000

Current Engine:

Age - 2000 Make – Evinrude Model – Unable to determine model Horsepower – 50 Lower Unit Length – 20” Steering System – Hydraulic

EQUIVALENT ENGINE TO BE PROVIDED BY VENDOR:

50 Horsepower Four Stroke Specifications HP / kW - 50 / 37 Engine type - Inline 4 Displacement (CID/CC) - 60.8 / 995 Full throttle RPM - 5500-6000 – Fuel induction system - 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam (SOHC) Alternator amp / Watt - 18 amp / 226 watt Recommended fuel - Unleaded 91 RON Minimum – Recommended oil - Mercury Four Stroke 25W40 Marine Oil Engine protection operator warning system - SmartCraft Engine Guardian Starting - Electric (turn-key) Steering - Hydraulic Remote - Tiller Kit Shaft length - 20" / 508 mm Gearcase ratio - 2.33:1 Dry weight *Lightest model available - 118 kg – Bore and stroke - 2.56 x 2.95" / 65 x 75 mm Ignition - ECM 07 Digital Inductive Fuel system - Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Cooling system - Water-cooled with thermostat Gear shift - F-N-R Gearcase options - Command Thrust Trim system - Power Trim Exhaust system - Through prop Shallow water trim range (degrees) - 20 Remote fuel tank - Yes Color – Black

ITEM #5

200 HP Outboard Boat Motor Quantity: 2

**MAKE, MODEL, YEAR OF BOAT AND CURRENT ENGINE STATED

FOR VENDOR TO REFERENCE FOR COMPATABILITY PURPOSES.

Current Boat:

Type – 240 Justice

Current Engines (two):

Make – Mercury Model – 200 Optimax Horsepower – 200 Requested Engines (2 total engines) and associated cables, wiring, lines, and controls:

EQUIVALENT ENGINES TO BE PROVIDED BY VENDOR:

200 HP Each 4- Stroke Only Engine Type: DOHC 16 Valve Fuel Delivery System: Multipoint Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection Starting System: Electronic Number of Cylinders: Inline 4 cylinder Displacement inches (cc): 175.9 (2,867) – Bore X Stroke inches (mm): 3.81 x 3.81 (97 x 97) Maximum output: 200 HP Operating Range (RPM): 5500 - 6100 Steering: Remote – add Hydraulic Controls - Remote Precision Control or equivalent Gauges: Digital gauges, SmartCraft digital technology compatible. Gauges to include RPM for each motor, speed, temp, oil. And any other gauge specific to the operation of the motors. - Oil Pan Capacity : 8.5 qt. (9.0 ltr) Ignition System: Solid State Direct Ignition Alternator: 12V 44A Engine Mounting: Shear Mount Trim Method: Power Trim and Tilt Gear Ratio: 2.50 : 1 Gear Shift: F-N-R Exhaust: Through Prop Hub Exhaust Drive Protection: Rubber Hub PROPELLER SIZE (in): appropriate prop to reach desired RPM Propeller material- stainless. 2 props for each unit/ 4 total

ITEM #6

150HP Outboard Motor Quantity: 2

**MAKE, MODEL, YEAR OF BOAT AND CURRENT ENGINE STATED

FOR VENDOR TO REFERENCE FOR COMPATABILITY PURPOSES.

Current Boat:

Brunswick 750 Impact F03448 Age: 2015

Current Engines (2 total engines) Serial Number- 2B202989 and 2B200769 Age - 2015 Make – Mercury Model – 150XL 4S Horsepower – 150 Lower Unit Length – 25’’ Steering System – Power Steering

EQUIVALENT ENGINES TO BE PROVIDED BY VENDOR:

150 HP Each. 4- Stroke Only Engine Type: DOHC 16 Valve Fuel Delivery System: Multipoint Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection Starting System: Electronic Weight (lbs): 400– 500 lbs Number of Cylinders: Inline 4 cylinder Displacement inches (cc): 150 HP (3,000 cc) – 3.0L Bore X Stroke inches (mm): 4 x 3.6 (101.6 x 91.44) Maximum output: 150 HP Operating Range (RPM): 5500 - 6100 Steering: Remote – add Hydraulic Controls - Remote Precision Control or equivalent Gauges: Digital gauges, SmartCraft digital technology compatible. Gauges to include RPM for each motor, speed, temp, oil. And any other gauge specific to the operation of the motors. - Oil Pan Capacity : 6-7 qt.

Ignition System: Solid State Direct Ignition Alternator: 12V 60A Engine Mounting: Shear Mount Trim Method: Power Trim and Tilt Gear Ratio: 1.92 : 1 Gear Shift: F-N-R Exhaust: Through Prop Hub Exhaust Drive Protection: Rubber Hub PROPELLER SIZE (in): appropriate prop to reach desired RPM Propeller material- stainless. 2 props for each unit/ 4 total

ITEM #7

250 HP Outboard Motor Quantity: 2

**MAKE, MODEL, YEAR OF BOAT AND CURRENT ENGINE STATED

FOR VENDOR TO REFERENCE FOR COMPATABILITY PURPOSES.

Current Boat:

27’ Workskiff Commander Repower (Lake Michigan)

Current Engine:

Mercury Outboard 300XXL

**NOTES:

This boat is going from a single motor to dual motors

EQUIVALENT ENGINE TO BE PROVIDED BY VENDOR:

Horsepower: 250 Shaft Length: 25in

WOT RMP: 5600-6200

Alternator amp / Watt:85 amp (1071 Watt) with Idle Charge Color: White Displacement (L): 4.6L (279 CID) Dry weight: 511 lbs / 232 kg Engine type: V8 (32-Valve, DOHC) Gear Ratio: 1.75:1 Recommended fuel Unleaded Regular 87 Octane Minimum (R+M/2) or 90 RON 10% Ethanol Maximum Top Cowl Service Door Electronic Oil Level Sensor

RIGGING

Throttle: Cable-free digital throttle controls, DTS digital controls or equivalent Gauges: Digital gauges, SmartCraft digital technology compatible or equivalent Steering: Premium Dual Hydraulic / Power Assist for twin outboards Trim system: Remote Power Trim/Tilt Propeller: Stainless Steel with one spare. Size/pitch to be determined by outboard motor manufacturer recommendations for optimum performance.

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