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This is a JPEG image file associated with a Request for Quote issued by the City of St. Petersburg, Florida, for marine contractor services. The image depicts a boat, specifically relevant to the 2012 Brunswick Impact 850 inflatable boat that is the subject of the repair and refurbishment solicitation. The photograph serves as visual documentation of the 28-foot vessel requiring comprehensive restoration work.

The contract opportunity requires qualified marine contractors to perform three primary work components: complete re-tubing of the inflatable hull using ORCA Hypalon material, replacement of center console equipment with a SIMRAD NSS12 evo3S multi-function display, and completion of a 100-hour annual service on two Yamaha 250 HP engines. The vendor must transport the watercraft to a facility within the Tampa Bay Area and complete all work within ninety calendar days from purchase order issuance. Questions regarding the solicitation were due March 31, 2026, with responses required by April 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. through the OpenGov Procurement portal. Preferred qualifications include a minimum of three years' experience in inflatable outboard motor technician services and current outboard motor technician certification. A repair estimate dated December 1, 2025, from AI Boats Marine Sales & Service establishes an anticipated project cost of approximately $40,305.98, comprising $26,900.00 for re-tubing, $9,798.00 for SIMRAD electronics installation, and $3,295.98 for engine service. The City will award the contract to a single vendor and requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability of at least one million dollars per occurrence and two million dollars aggregate. Warranty provisions include three years on tubing, two years on the Simrad display, and one year on all services. The solicitation encourages voluntary participation from Small Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, Veteran-Owned Businesses, and Minority Business Enterprises through a Subcontractor Utilization Plan with no minimum requirements.