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This is a photograph of a boat, specifically a 28-foot 2012 Brunswick Impact 850 inflatable vessel that is the subject of a Request for Quote issued by the City of St. Petersburg, Florida, on March 27, 2026. The image supports the marine contractor solicitation for comprehensive repair and refurbishment services on this watercraft. The scope of work includes 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 performance of a 100-hour annual service on two Yamaha 250 HP engines. Vendors must transport the vessel to their 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 due April 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. through the OpenGov Procurement portal. Pickup and delivery will occur at 1800 7th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33713.

A repair estimate dated December 1, 2025, from AI Boats Marine Sales & Service provides a reference 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 evaluate cost proposals based on unit costs and total prices for four line items: transportation, inflatable tube replacement materials, SIMRAD electronics replacement materials, and the 100-hour Yamaha engine service inspection. Preferred qualifications include a minimum of three years' experience in inflatable outboard motor technician services and current outboard motor technician certification. Vendors must carry comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability of at least one million dollars per occurrence and two million dollars aggregate, commercial automobile liability of one million dollars combined single limit, workers' compensation insurance, marine liability insurance of one million dollars per occurrence, and Marina Operators Legal Liability coverage of one hundred thousand dollars. The solicitation encourages participation from Small Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, Veteran-Owned Businesses, and Minority Business Enterprises through a voluntary Subcontractor Utilization Plan with no minimum participation requirements. Warranty provisions include a three-year warranty on tubing, a two-year manufacturer's warranty on the Simrad display, and a one-year warranty on all services.