S000000126 IFB Final.pdf

STATE OF ARKANSAS

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSFORMATION AND SHARED SERVICES

OFFICE OF STATE PROCUREMENT

501 Woodlane St., Ste. 220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1023

INVITATION FOR BID

SOLICITATION DOCUMENT

SOLICITATION INFORMATION

Solicitation Number:

S000000126 Solicitation Issued:

May 11, 2022

Description: Marine Equipment

Department: Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism

SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND DELIVERY OF RESPONSE DOCUMENTS

Bid Opening Date: June 1, 2022 Bid Opening Time: 2:00 PM, Central Time

Bid responses for this Invitation for Bid must be submitted through ARBuy, the State’s eProcurement system.

It can be accessed at https://arbuy.arkansas.gov. Bids received after the submission deadline may be rejected as untimely. See section 1.2 for information regarding Live Bid Openings.

TSS OFFICE OF STATE PROCUREMENT CONTACT INFORMATION

TSS OSP Buyer: Shane Phillips Buyer’s Direct Phone Number:

501-324-9322

Email Address: Jordan.Phillips@arkansas.gov TSS OSP’s Main Number: 501-324-9316

TSS OSP Website: https://www.transform.ar.gov/procurement/ https://arbuy.arkansas.gov/

SECTION 1 – REQUIREMENTS

• Do not provide responses to items in this section unless specifically and expressly required.

1.1 INTRODUCTION

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) is issued by the TSS Office of State Procurement (TSS OSP) for the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism (ADPHT) to obtain pricing and a firm contract for the following marine equipment:

• Four (4) Pontoon Party Barges

• Three (3) Inline 4 Outboard Motors (150 HP)

• One (1) Inline 4 Outboard Motor (115 HP)

• Three (3) Fishin’ Barges 22’

• Three (3) Inline 4 Outboard Motors (60 HP)

• Four (4) 15” Stick Steering Boats

• Four (4) Outboard Motors (25 HP)

• One (1) 16 ft. Aluminum Flat Bottom Boat

• One (1) Inline 2 Outboard Motor (15 HP)

• Two (2) 14 ft. Aluminum Flat Bottom Jon Boats

• Four (4) Inline 2 Outboard Motors (15 HP)

• Two (2) Inline 2 Outboard Motors (9.9 HP)

• One (1) Single Axle 15’ to 16’ Boat Trailer

• One (1) V-6 Outboard Motor (200 HP)

The Scope of this IFB includes providing boats, motors, and trailer as specified herein and delivery to various Arkansas State Parks.

The units offered must be of good quality as to workmanship and material used and must be new.

Direct all questions, comments, or concerns you may have regarding this Solicitation to the TSS Office of State Procurement, not the ADPHT.

Note: A previous version of this IFB was released under S000000109. Prospective Contractors should review the entire IFB document as some requirements may have changed.

1.2 LIVE BID OPENING

Use the information below to view the bid opening online.

Zoom Meeting Link: https://arkansas-gov.zoom.us/j/85651754151?pwd=TXloM2doei90ZURaL28zQklJNjM3dz09 Meeting ID: 856 5175 4151 Meeting Password: 952311 Dial-In Information: 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free https://arkansas-gov.zoom.us/j/85651754151?pwd=TXloM2doei90ZURaL28zQklJNjM3dz09 https://arkansas-gov.zoom.us/j/85651754151?pwd=TXloM2doei90ZURaL28zQklJNjM3dz09

1.3 CLARIFICATION OF SOLICITATION

A. Submit any questions requesting clarification of information contained in this Solicitation via the solicitation posting in ARBuy by midnight, Central Time on or before 05/17/2022.

1. For each question submitted, Prospective Contractor should reference the specific solicitation item number to which the question refers.

2. Prospective Contractors’ written questions will be consolidated and answered by the State as deemed appropriate. The State’s consolidated written response is anticipated to be posted to the solicitation posting in ARBuy by the close of business on 05/24/2022. If Prospective Contractor questions are unclear or non-substantive in nature, the State may request clarification of a question(s) or decline to answer.

B. The Prospective Contractor should notify the TSS OSP buyer of any term, condition, etc., that precludes the Prospective Contractor from submitting a compliant, Responsive Bid. Prospective Contractors should note that it is the responsibility of the Prospective Contractor to seek resolution of all such issues, including those relating to the terms and conditions of the contract, prior to the submission of a bid.

C. Prospective Contractors may contact the TSS OSP buyer with non-substantive questions at any time prior to the bid opening.

D. An oral statement by TSS OSP will not be part of any contract resulting from this solicitation and may not reasonably be relied on by any Prospective Contractor as an aid to interpretation unless it is reduced to writing and expressly adopted by TSS OSP.

1.4 DEFINITION OF TERMS

A. Unless otherwise defined herein, all terms defined in Arkansas Procurement Law have the same meaning herein.

B. The terms “Invitation For Bid,” “IFB,” and “Solicitation” are used synonymously in this document.

C. “Prospective Contractor” means a responsible bidder who submits a Responsive Bid in response to this Solicitation.

D. “Responsive Bid” means a bid submitted in response to this Solicitation that conforms in all material respects to this IFB.

E. “Shall” and “Must” mean the imperative and are used to identify requirements.

F. “Requirement” means something required.

G. “Specification” means any technical or purchase description or other description of the physical or functional characteristics, or of the nature, of a commodity or service. “Specification” may include a description of any requirement for inspecting, testing, or preparing a commodity or service for delivery.

H. “State” means the State of Arkansas. When the term “State” is used herein to reference any obligation of the State under a contract that results from this solicitation, that obligation is limited to the Department/Division using such a contract.

1.5 INDUSTRY REFERENCES

The Prospective Contractor may use the following industry references as a guide in determining the marine equipment to be provided in each group as follows:

1. Item 1: Aloha Paradise series 260 Triple Tunnel Sundeck or agency approved equal

2. Item 2: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke EXLPT 150HP PRO XS or agency approved equal

3. Item 3: Aloha Paradise series 260 Triple Tunnel Sundeck or agency approved equal

4. Item 4: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke EFI 115HP Command Thrust or agency approved equal

5. Item 5: Sun Tracker Fishin’ Barge 22 DLX or agency approved equal

6. Item 6: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke 60HP EFI Command Thrust, or agency approved equal

7. Item 7: War Eagle 15” Stick Steering Boat 542FS or agency approved equal

8. Item 8: Suzuki DF25ATS4-22 Outboard Motor or agency approved equal

9. Item 9: Seaark 1648 MV 16 ft. Aluminum Flat Bottom Boat or agency approved equal

10. Item 10: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke 15HP EFI (Shaft Length 20 inches) or agency approved equal

11. Item 11: Alumacraft 14 ft. Flat Bottom Jon Boat or agency approved equal

12. Item 12: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke 15HP EFI (Shaft Length 15 inches) or agency approved equal

13. Item 13: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke 9.9HP or agency approved equal

14. Item 14: Marine Master Single Axle AMT 15’ – 16’ Jon Boat Trailer or agency approved equal

15. Item 15: Mercury Outboard Motor 200HP SeaPro or agency approved equal

1.6 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. The Contractor shall provide new equipment that is the latest model in production of good quality as to workmanship and material used, and compliant with applicable Federal Safety Standards and Guidelines.

B. The Contractor shall provide equipment that is assembled, installed, adjusted, and ready for continuous water operation at the time of delivery.

C. The Contractor shall provide a Certificate of Origin at the time of Delivery and Acceptance.

D. Prior to contract award, the Contractor shall provide specification sheet(s) for all items being bid.

1.7 ITEM(S) 1 & 2: PONTOON PARTY BARGE AND OUTBOARD MOTOR (150HP) COMBINATION

PACKAGE (Line Item 1 on the Official Bid Price Sheet) A. Combination Package items must be priced separately on the Official Bid Price Sheet.

B. The Contractor shall provide three (3) Pontoon Party Barge and Outboard Motor (150 HP) Combination Packages to 2027 State Park Entrance Road DeGray Lake Resort State Park Bismarck, AR 71929.

C. The three (3) Pontoon Party Barge and Outboard Motor (150 HP) Combination Packages must meet the following minimum Requirements.

Item 1: Pontoon Party Barge

1. 26 FT PARTY BARGE

2. Model: 2022 Aloha Paradise Series 260 Triple Tunnel Sundeck Pontoon Boat

3. Weight Capacity: 3,700 pounds maximum

4. Carrying Capacity: (14) person maximum

5. Horsepower: 350 hp maximum

6. Three (3) heavy duty pontoons

a. Length: Center pontoon (26’ minimum), Outer Pontoons (25’ minimum)

b. 5052 marine alloy heavy duty 0.100 gauge

c. Pontoon Seams: double hand tig-welded

d. Pontoon Diameter: 26” minimum

e. Continuous block expanded polystyrene flotation from bow to stern in each pontoon

f. Nosecone keel reinforcements

g. 25” heavy duty aluminum transom built in the center pontoon

7. Completely welded framework

8. Bolted construction on all decking and railing

a. Saltwater package: all stainless or aluminum fasteners

b. Round aluminum under skin upgrade

9. 8’ X 8’ sundeck with marine grade carpet and ergonomic ladder

10. Deck Width: 8’6” minimum. Deck Length: 26’ 9” minimum. Rubber/ Vinyl main decking material required versus standard marine carpet

11. 8’6” Tongue and groove deck: ¾” seven-ply marine grade panels

12. ¼” thick aluminum u-channel cross members

13. 2” round railing/fencing system with polyurethane paint to prevent saltwater pitting

14. Sweptback compound curve bow

15. Fuel Tank: EPA compliant, built in, 46-gallon

16. Trailer towing eye and ski tow eye; two (2) stern mooring eyes and two (2) pontoon bow mooring eyes

17. Front and Rear Entry Gates

18. One (1) ADA compliant side safety gate with full length hinges

19. Transducer and transducer mounting bracket

20. Upscale furniture; Rotational molded furniture, Furniture to be vinyl upholstery with UV protection, aluminum furniture subbases

21. Storage under the seats with ventilation

22. Deluxe console with full gauge package, windshield, and 12-volt outlet

23. Built-in horn; AM/FM Bluetooth radio with MP3 input and four (4) speakers

24. Docking lights, LED Courtesy lights

25. Full Color Hummingbird 787 C2 GPS and Fishing System built-in to steering console digital only

26. Heavy Duty ski tow bar and Rear Entry boarding ladder, drink holders

27. Fire extinguisher with built-in holder

28. Hydraulic Steering

29. Battery with on/off switch

30. Playpen cover

Referenced Brand: Aloha Paradise Series 260 Triple Tunnel Sundeck or agency approved alternate.

Item 2: Outboard Motor

1. Horsepower: 150 hp minimum

2. Engine Type: 8 value single overhead cam (SOHC) / Inline 4

3. Displacement (L): 3.0

4. Fuel Induction System: Computer Controlled Multi-Port Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

5. Shaft Length: 25 inches

6. Dry Weight: 456 pounds

7. Gearcase Ratio: 2.08:1

8. Gear Shift: F-N-R

9. Full Throttle RPM: 5200-6000 maximum

10. Gearcase Options: Command Thrust

11. Bore and Stroke: 4” x 3.6” (inches)

12. Alternator: 35 amp/ 441 watt with water-cooled voltage regulator

13. Cooling System: Water- cooled with thermostat

14. Exhaust System: Through Prop

15. Starting Method: Electric (turn-key)

16. Ignition: SmartCraft ECM 70 Digital Inductive

17. Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

18. Trim System: Power Tilt, Power Trim

19. Controls: Mechanical Throttle and Shift

20. Steering: Hydraulic Power Steering

21. Emissions Compliance: CARB 3 Star, U.S. EPA

22. Air Induction: Performance-Tuned Scroll Intake Manifold

23. Engine Protection Operator Warning System: SmartCraft Engine Guardian

Reference Brand: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke EXLPT 150HP PRO XS or agency approved alternate.

1.8 ITEM(S) 3 & 4: PONTOON PARTY BARGE AND OUTBOARD MOTOR (115HP) COMBINATION

PACKAGE (Line Item 2 on the Official Bid Price Sheet) A. Combination Package items must be priced separately on the Official Bid Price Sheet.

B. The Contractor shall provide one (1) Pontoon Party Barge and Outboard Motor (115 HP) Combination Package to Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 State Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913.

C. The Prospective Contractor shall provide specification sheets prior to contract award.

D. The Pontoon Party Barge and Outboard Motor (115 HP) Combination Package must meet the following minimum Requirements:

Item 3: Pontoon Party Barge

1. 26 FT PARTY BARGE

2. Model: 2022 Aloha Paradise Series 260 Triple Tunnel Sundeck Pontoon Boat

3. Weight Capacity: 3,700 pounds maximum

4. Carrying Capacity: (14) person maximum

5. Horsepower: 350 hp maximum

6. Three (3) heavy duty pontoons

a. Length: Center pontoon (26’ minimum), Outer Pontoons (25’ minimum)

b. 5052 marine alloy heavy duty 0.100 gauge

c. Pontoon Seams: double hand tig-welded

d. Pontoon Diameter: 26” minimum

e. Continuous block expanded polystyrene flotation from bow to stern in each pontoon

f. Nosecone keel reinforcements

g. 25” heavy duty aluminum transom built in the center pontoon

7. Completely welded framework

8. Bolted construction on all decking and railing

a. Saltwater package: all stainless or aluminum fasteners

b. Round aluminum under skin upgrade

9. 8’ X 8’ sundeck with marine grade carpet and ergonomic ladder

10. Deck Width: 8’6” minimum. Deck Length: 26’ 9” minimum. Rubber/ Vinyl main decking material required versus standard marine carpet

11. 8’6” Tongue and groove deck: ¾” seven-ply marine grade panels

12. ¼” thick aluminum u-channel cross members

13. 2” round railing/fencing system with polyurethane paint to prevent saltwater pitting

14. Sweptback compound curve bow

15. Fuel Tank: EPA compliant, built in, 46-gallon

16. Trailer towing eye and ski tow eye; two (2) stern mooring eyes and two (2) pontoon bow mooring eyes

17. Front and Rear Entry Gates

18. One (1) ADA compliant side safety gate with full length hinges

19. Transducer and transducer mounting bracket

20. Upscale furniture; Rotational molded furniture, Furniture to be vinyl upholstery with UV protection, aluminum furniture subbases

21. Storage under the seats with ventilation

22. Deluxe console with full gauge package, windshield, and 12-volt outlet

23. Built-in horn; AM/FM Bluetooth radio with MP3 input and four (4) speakers

24. Docking lights, LED Courtesy lights

25. Full Color Hummingbird 787 C2 GPS and Fishing System built-in to steering console digital only

26. Heavy Duty ski tow bar and Rear Entry boarding ladder, drink holders

27. Fire extinguisher with built-in holder

28. Hydraulic Steering

29. Battery with on/off switch

30. Playpen cover

Referenced Brand: Aloha Paradise Series 260 Triple Tunnel Sundeck or agency approved alternate.

Item 4: Outboard Motor

1. Horsepower: 115 hp minimum

2. Engine Type: Inline 4

3. Displacement (L): 2.1

4. Fuel Induction System: Computer Controlled Multi-Port Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

5. Shaft Length: 25 inches

6. Dry Weight: 363 pounds

7. Gearcase Ratio: 2.38:1

8. Gear Shift: F-N-R

9. Full Throttle RPM: 5000-6000 maximum

10. Gearcase Options: Command Thrust

11. Bore and Stroke: 3.5” x 3.2” (inches)

12. Alternator: 35 amp/ 441 watt with water-cooled voltage regulator

13. Cooling System: Water- cooled with thermostat

14. Exhaust System: Through Prop

15. Starting Method: Smart Start Electric

16. Ignition: SmartCraft ECM 70 Digital Inductive

17. Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

18. Trim System: Power Tilt, Power Trim

19. Shallow water trim range: 20 degrees

20. Steering: Hydraulic Power Steering

21. Emissions Compliance: CARB 3 Star, U.S. EPA

22. Air Induction: Performance-Tuned Scroll Intake Manifold

23. Lubrication: Wet sump

Reference Brand: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke EFI 115HP Command Thrust or agency approved alternate.

1.9 ITEM(S) 5 & 6: FISHING BARGE AND OUTBOARD MOTOR (60HP) COMBINATION PACKAGE (Line

Item 3 on the Official Bid Price Sheet) A. Combination Package items must be priced separately on the Official Bid Price Sheet.

B. The Contractor shall provide one (1) Fishing Barge and Outboard Motor (60 HP) Combination Package to Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 State Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913, and two (2) Fishing Barge and Outboard Motor (60 HP) Combination Packages to Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine, AR 71956.

C. The three (3) Fishing Barge and Outboard Motor (60 HP) Combination Packages must meet the following minimum Requirements:

Item 5: Fishing Barge, 22’

1. Model: 22 DLX

2. Length: 24’2”

3. Deck Length: 22’1”

4. Deck Width: 8’6”

5. Maximum recommended HP: 150 HP

6. Fuel Capacity: 32.1 gallons

7. Pontoon Log Length: 22’3”

8. Pontoon Log Diameter: 24”

9. Pontoon Log Material: 0.080 5052 marine alloy

10. Maximum person capacity: 11 persons

11. Maximum person weight: 1,500 pounds

12. Maximum weight capacity: 2,148 pounds

13. Interior Depth: 26”

14. Draft: 15”

15. Average Dry Weight: 2,039 pounds, minimum

16. Average Package Weight: 3,873 pounds, minimum

17. Package Height: 9’

18. Package Width: 8’6”

19. Towing Length: 32’ 4”

20. Storage Length: 32’ 4”

21. Built-in Rail-Lock system for mooring cover

22. Fore and aft fishing positions w/new fold-down fishing chairs (4 total) and rod holders, need the two (2) front chairs to be pedestal seats

23. Bow port 16-gallon rotomolded aerated livewell

24. Aft port 16-gallon aerated livewell with removable bait bucket

25. Vinyl floor, no carpet on barge

26. Aft boarding platform with fold down ladder

27. Fire extinguisher with holder, built in horn

28. Color-keyed 11’ Bimini top with QuickLift deployment system, LED courtesy lights and storage pockets. Adjustable nylon pull-tight Bimini straps

29. Bazooka party bar stereo and speakers in the Bimini top

30. Dual-latching gates with finger guards & heavy-duty hinges

31. Aft L-lounge with under seat storage (including lockable dry compartment), drink holders, base for removable table & padded sundeck with storage below

32. Molded aft starboard lockable rod box for six (6) rods to 7’6” with lid, rod tube holders and organizer

33. Console with cooler storage space and AM/FM Bluetooth capable stereo and MP3 & USB ports & two (2) directional speakers, illuminated tachometer, trim and fuel gauges

34. Fish package w/Lowrance HOOK-5x Pro fishfinder and MotorGuide W55 wireless 12V, 55-lb.

thrust foot-control trolling motor including trolling motor battery and dealer installation

35. Fishfinder flush mounted into console

36. Snapless genuine Sun Tracker mooring cover

37. Color of fencing, Bimini canopy top: Indigo Blue

38. Color of mooring cover: Black

Referenced Brand: Sun Tracker Fishin’ Barge 22 DLX or agency approved alternate.

Item 6: Outboard Motor

1. Engine Type: Inline 4

2. Displacement (CID/CC): 60.8 / 995

3. Horsepower: 60 hp minimum

4. Fuel Induction System: 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam (SOHC)

5. Shaft Length: 20 inches

6. Dry Weight: 260 pounds

7. Gearcase Ratio: 2.33:1

8. Gear Shift: F-N-R

9. Full Throttle RPM: 5500-6000 maximum

10. Bore and Stroke: 2.56” x 2.95” (inches)

11. Cooling System: Water cooled with thermostat

12. Exhaust System: Through Prop

13. Ignition: ECM 07 Digital Inductive

14. Gearcase options: Command Thrust

15. Trim System: Power Trim

16. Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

17. Shallow water trim range: 20 degrees

18. Steering: Remote

19. Starting: Electric (turnkey)

20. Lubrication system: Wet sump

Referenced Brand: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke 60 HP EFI Command Thrust or agency approved alternate.

1.10 ITEM(S) 7 & 8: FISHING BARGE AND OUTBOARD MOTOR (60HP) COMBINATION PACKAGE (Line

Item 4 on the Official Bid Price Sheet) A. Combination Package items must be priced separately on the Official Bid Price Sheet.

B. The Contractor shall provide four (4) Stick Steering Boat and Outboard Motor (25 HP) Combination Packages to Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy 257, Lake Village, AR 71653.

C. The four (4) Stick Steering Boat and Outboard Motor (25 HP) Combination Packages must meet the following minimum Requirements:

Item 7: 15” Stick Steering Boat

1. Model: 542FS

2. Length: 15’3” ft. minimum

3. Side Depth: 21” minimum

4. Width: 42” minimum

5. Hull Gauge: .080

6. Hull Flat Beam: 62”

7. Maximum HP: 25 hp

8. Transom Height: 16”/21”

9. Color: brown paint

10. Tread Plate Floor

11. Bracket with wiring for 12V trolling motor

12. Seat box for driver

13. Two (2) seats with swivels

14. Stick Steering

Referenced Brand: War Eagle 15” Stick Steering Boat 542FS or agency approved alternate.

Item 8: Outboard Motor

1. Model #: DF25ATS4-22

2. Displacement: 29.8

3. Horsepower: 25 hp minimum

4. Induction Scavenging: single overhead cam (SOHC)

5. Shaft Length: 15 inches

6. Dry Weight: 156 pounds

7. Starter: Electric

8. Alternator: Electric 12V 14A

9. Full Throttle RPM: 5000-6000 maximum

10. Bore and Stroke: 2.80” x 2.68” (inches)

11. Cylinders: 3

12. Valves per cylinder: 4

13. Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

14. Trim and Tilt: Power Trim & Tilt

15. Fuel Tank: External

16. Steering: Remote

17. Ignition: Digital CDI

18. Lubrication: Wet Sump; Trochoid Type Cam-Driven Oil Pump

19. Cooling System: Water-Cooled

20. Salt Water Rated: Yes

21. Gear Ratio: 2.09:1

22. Gear Shift: F-N-R (front mounted lever)

23. Propeller: 3x10.25x11

Referenced Brand: Suzuki DF25ATS4-22 Outboard Motor or agency approved alternate.

1.11 ITEM(S) 9 & 10: 16 FT. ALUMINUM FLAT BOTTOM BOAT AND OUTBOARD MOTOR (15HP),

COMBINATION PACKAGE (Line Item 5 on the Official Bid Price Sheet) A. Combination Package items must be priced separately on the Official Bid Price Sheet.

B. The Contractor shall provide one (1) Aluminum Flat Bottom Boat and Outboard Motor (15 HP) Combination Package to Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine, AR 71956.

C. The one (1) Aluminum Flat Bottom Boat and Outboard Motor (15 HP) Combination Package must the following minimum Requirements:

Item 9: Aluminum Flat Bottom Boat

1. Model: 1648 MV

2. Length: 16 ft. minimum

3. Beam: 67 inches minimum

4. Bottom Width: 48 inches minimum

5. Side Depth: 20 inches minimum

6. Transom height: 20 inches minimum

7. Boat Weight: 365 lbs. minimum

8. Weight Capacity: 870 lbs. minimum

9. Persons Capacity: 5/ 520 lbs.

10. Gauge: .100 Aluminum

11. LED navigation lights

12. Floored area for battery and fuel tank

13. Stainless steel bow and stern eyes

14. All aluminum floors and decks

15. Grade: 5052 alumimum

16. 3-degree all-welded MV hull

17. Foam filled rear bench seat

18. NMMA certified

19. Color: Olive Drab Green

20. Non-skid surface on boat

21. Installed center bench seat with Livewell

22. Maximum HP: 30 hp

Reference Brand: Seaark 1648 MV 16 ft. Aluminum Flat Bottom Boat or agency approved alternate.

Item 10: Outboard Motor

1. Engine Type: Inline 2

2. Horsepower: 15 hp minimum

3. Displacement: 20.3 / 333

4. Fuel System: 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam SOHC

5. Dry Weight: 99 pounds

6. Shaft Length: 20 inches

7. Gearcase Ratio: 2.15:1

8. Gear Shift: F-N-R

9. Gearcase Option: Standard

10. Full Throttle RPM: 5700-6200 maximum

11. Bore and Stroke: 2.40” x 2.24” (inches)

12. Alternator Amp: 12 Amp/ 145 Watt

13. Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

14. Cooling System: Water cooled with thermostat

15. Exhaust System: Through Prop

16. Ignition: CDI w/electronic spark advance

17. Trim system: Manual

18. Trim Positions: 6

19. Shallow Water Drive: Yes

20. Shallow water trim range: 16 degrees

21. Steering: Tiller

22. Starting: Electric

23. Remote Fuel Tank: Yes

24. Remote Fuel Tank Standard: 6.6 gal

Reference Brand: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke 15 HP EFI or agency approved alternate.

1.12 ITEM 11: ALUMINUM FLAT BOTTOM BOAT (Line Item 6 on the Official Bid Price Sheet)

A. The Contractor shall provide two (2) Aluminum Flat Bottom Boats to Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy 141, Jonesboro, AR 72401.

B. The two (2) Aluminum Flat Bottom Boat must meet the following minimum Requirements:

1. Length: 14 ft. minimum

2. Beam: 55 inches minimum

3. Bottom Width: 36 inches minimum

4. Product Height: 15 inches minimum (Transom)

5. Boat Weight: 135 lbs. minimum

6. Weight Capacity: 625 lbs. minimum

7. Persons Capacity: 3 minimum

8. 5052 Marine-grade aluminum construction with a one-piece flat bottom hull

9. Hull Type: Flat bottom

10. Six (6) extra-wide ribs

11. Center bench seating

12. Color: Olive Drab Green

Reference Brand: Alumacraft 14 ft. Flat Bottom Jon Boat or agency approved alternate.

1.13 ITEM 12: OUTBOARD MOTOR (15HP) (Line Item 7 on the Official Bid Price Sheet)

A. The Contractor shall provide one (1) Outboard Motor (15HP) to Moro Bay State Park, 6071 Hwy 600, Jersey, AR 71651 and three (3) Outboard Motor (15HP) to Bull Shoals State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Ln. Bull Shoals, AR 72619

B. The four (4) Outboard Motor (15HP) must meet the following minimum Requirements:

1. Engine Type: Inline 2

2. Horsepower: 15 hp minimum

3. Displacement: 20.3 / 333

4. Fuel System: 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam SOHC

5. Dry Weight: 99 pounds

6. Shaft Length: 15 inches

7. Gearcase Ratio: 2.15:1

8. Gear Shift: F-N-R

9. Full Throttle RPM: 5700-6200 maximum

10. Bore and Stroke: 2.40” x 2.24” (inches)

11. Alternator Amp: 12 Amp/ 145 Watt

12. Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

13. Cooling System: Water cooled with thermostat

14. Exhaust System: Through Prop

15. Ignition: CDI w/electronic spark advance

16. Trim system: Manual

17. Shallow Water Drive: Yes

18. Shallow water trim range: 16 degrees

19. Steering: Tiller

20. Starting: Electric

Reference Brand: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke 15 HP EFI or agency approved alternate.

1.14 ITEM 13: OUTBOARD MOTOR (9.9HP) (Line Item 8 on the Official Bid Price Sheet) A. The Contractor shall provide two (2) Outboard Motor (9.9HP) to Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy

257, Lake Village, AR 71653.

B. The Prospective Contractor shall provide specification sheets prior to contract award.

C. The two (2) Outboard Motor (9.9HP) must meet the following minimum Requirements:

1. Engine Type: Inline 2

2. Horsepower: 9.9 hp minimum

3. Displacement: 12.8 / 208

4. Fuel Induction System: 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam SOHC

5. Dry Weight: 84 pounds

6. Shaft Length: 15 inches

7. Gearcase Ratio: 2.42:1

8. Gear Shift: F-N-R

9. Full Throttle RPM: 5000-6000 maximum

10. Bore and Stroke: 2.16” x 1.73” (inches)

11. Alternator Amp: 6 Amp/ 76 Watt

12. Fuel System: Carbureted

13. Cooling System: Water cooled with thermostat

14. Exhaust System: Through Prop

15. Ignition: CDI w/electronic spark advance

16. Trim system: Manual

17. Trim Position: Ratcheting

18. Gearcase Option: Standard

19. Shallow Water Drive: Yes

20. Shallow water trim range: 16 degrees

21. Steering: Tiller

22. Starting: Electric

Reference Brand: Mercury Outboard Motor Four Stroke 9.9 HP or agency approved alternate.

1.15 ITEM 14: SINGLE AXLE BOAT TRAILER (Line Item 9 on the Official Bid Price Sheet)

A. The Contractor shall provide one (1) Single Axel Boat Trailer to Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine, AR 71956.

B. The Single Axel Boat Trailer must be bumper pull, new, and water ready prior to delivery and acceptance.

C. The one (1) Single Axel Boat Trailer must meet the following minimum Requirements:

1. Model: AMT15-16

2. Length: 15’ to 16’, minimum

3. Finish Material: Galvanized

4. Single Axle

5. Finish material: Galvanized

6. 3" Frame

7. Swivel Jack

8. 13" D Range Tires

9. Load Guides

10. Capacity: 1500 pounds, minimum

11. Winch Stand

12. Wiring Enclosed in Frame

13. DOT Required Equipment, Lighting, Safety Chains

14. Mounted spare tire

Referenced Brand: Marine Master Single Axle AMT 15’-16’ Jon Boat Trailer or agency approved alternate.

1.16 ITEM 15: OUTBOARD MOTOR, 200 HP (Line Item 10 on the Official Bid Price Sheet)

A. The Contractor shall provide one (1) Outboard Motor (200HP) to Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine, AR 71956.

B. The one (1) Outboard Motor (200HP) must meet the following minimum requirements.

1. Horsepower: 200 hp minimum

2. Engine type: V-6

3. MidSection: Conventional MidSection

4. Displacement (CID/CC)209 CID

5. Displacement (L)3.4L

6. Cylinder Configuration: V-6 [64 degree] with Dual Overhead Cam [DOHC] and 24-valves

7. Full throttle RPM: 4600-5400

8. Air induction: Performance-Tuned Long-Runner Intake Manifold

9. Fuel induction system: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Computer Controlled with Advanced Range Optimization

10. Alternator amp / Watt: 85-amp (1071 Watt) with Idle Charge

11. Engine protection operator warning system: SmartCraft Engine Guardian

12. Compatible with SmartCraft digital technology: Yes

13. Starting: Electric Start with SmartStart Protection

14. Throttle: Digital Throttle and Shift (DTS)

15. Steering: Hydraulic (standard)

16. Shaft length: 25"

17. Gearcase ratio: 1.85:1

18. Dry weight: 483 lbs.

19. Bore and stroke: 3.6 in x 3.4 in

20. Ignition: SmartCraft PCM 112 Digital Inductive

21. Cooling system: Water-cooled with thermostat

22. Gear shift: F-N-R

23. Gearcase options: 5.44"

24. Trim system: Power trim and tilt

25. Exhaust system: Through prop

26. Shallow Water Drive

27. Lubrication system: Integrated wet sump

28. Color: Phantom Black

29. Oil Capacity: 7.0 Quarts

30. Oil Injection: Yes

31. Maximun Tilt Range 20 Degree

32. Maximum Tilt Range 73 Degrees

33. Rotation: Standard

34. Propeller

a. Number of Blades: three (3)

b. Material: Mercalloy

c. Pitch: eighteen (18)

d. Model: Sport Series Black Max or approved equivalent

35. Hydraulic Steering

36. Contractor shall install new motor and remove old motor from boat.

37. Old motor must be brought back and left onsite with park personnel.

Reference Brand: Mercury Outboard Motor 200 HP SeaPro or agency approved alternate

C. The Contractor shall remove existing motor and install new motor.

D. The Contractor shall be responsible for any transporting cost incurred. The existing boat is a large boat and if transporting by highway requires “Oversize Load” permits. Existing boat is currently operational and Prospective Contractor may also choose to transport existing boat via waterway.

E. The Contractor shall be responsible for returning existing boat with new motor installed to Lake Ouachita State Park Marina in the same condition and shall be responsible for any unnecessary damage to boat.

F. ADPHT does NOT have a trailer to supply for transportation of the boat.

G. The Contractor shall configure for existing remote center console controls. Existing boat has gauges and forward/neutral/reverse control lever. Throttle control on existing boat is for dual control, but existing boat only has (1) motor.

H. The Contractor shall coordinate with local Park employees for installation and inspection for acceptance upon return of the boat.

I. Prospective Contractor may request a site visit for bidding on this item. Prospective Contractor’s should contact James Wilburn at 501-767-9366 or james.wilburn@arkansas.gov to schedule a site visit. Lake Ouachita State Park is located at 5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine, AR 71956.

J. Although answers to questions asked during a site visit will be provided as a courtesy, no oral responses by and State personnel to any question posed at a site visit will become part of any contract resulting from this solicitation unless the oral response provided is reduced to writing and attached as an addendum to this solicitation.

K. Information presented should be evaluated at the Prospective Contractor’s own risk.

mailto:james.wilburn@arkansas.gov

SECTION 2 – GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

• Do not provide responses to items in this section unless specifically and expressly required.

2.1 TYPE OF CONTRACT

A. As a result of this IFB, TSS OSP intends to award to one or multiple Contractors based on low cost per line item.

B. The anticipated starting date for any resulting contract is June 2022, except that the actual contract start date may be adjusted unilaterally by the State for up to three (3) calendar months. By submitting a signed bid in response to the IFB, the Prospective Contractor represents and warrants that it will honor its bid as being held open as irrevocable for this period.

2.2 CONTRACTOR SELECTION

A. Award will be made to the lowest-bidding, responsible Prospective Contractor based on each LINE

ITEM of the Official Bid Price Sheet.

2.3 RESPONSE DOCUMENTS

A. All bid responses must be submitted through ARBuy, the State’s eProcurement system. The system can be accessed at https://arbuy.arkansas.gov.

B. Bid Response Packet

1. The following are bid submission requirements and must be submitted as part of a Prospective Contractor’s bid response.

a. Signed Bid Signature Page. (See Bid Response Packet.)

b. Completed Bid Response Packet, which must be in the English language.

c. Completed Pricing Response. Official Bid Price Sheet attached to solicitation posting.

Pricing must be proposed in U.S. dollars and cents.

d. Proposed Subcontractors Form. The utilization of any proposed subcontractor is subject to approval by the Division.

e. Exceptions Form.

f. Copy of Prospective Contractor’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

2. The following items, which must be submitted prior to a contract award to the Prospective Contractor, may also be included with the Prospective Contractor’s bid response:

a. EO 98-04 Contract & Grant Disclosure Form.

b. Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT), if applicable.

3. DO NOT include any other documents or ancillary information, such as a cover letter or promotional/marketing information.

2.4 ACCEPTANCE OF REQUIREMENTS

A. Unless a Prospective Contractor expressly and conspicuously identifies any exception or exceptions to any of the Requirements in the Requirements Section(s) of this IFB by listing them on the Exceptions Form (see Bid Response Packet), Prospective Contractor understands and agrees its submission of a bid to represent that its bid meets all such Requirements.

B. A Prospective Contractor’s bid may be rejected if the Prospective Contractor takes exception to any Requirements in the Requirements Section(s) of this IFB.

https://arbuy.arkansas.gov/

2.5 ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

A. This IFB incorporates all of the Solicitation Terms and Conditions located on the TSS OSP website here.

B. Any special terms and conditions included in this solicitation shall override the Solicitation Terms and Conditions.

C. Unless a Prospective Contractor expressly and conspicuously identifies any exception or exceptions to any of the terms in the Standard Commodities Contract (found here) by listing them on the Exceptions Form (see Bid Response Packet), Prospective Contractor agrees and shall adhere to all terms if selected as the Contractor. Items identified as non-negotiable may only be modified if the legal requirement is satisfied and approved by the State.

D. A Prospective Contractor’s bid may be rejected if a Prospective Contractor takes exception to any terms or conditions in the documents listed in 2.5.A and 2.5.C.

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