32' RESEARCH VESSEL with TRAILER

The Department of the Interior National Park Service Alaska Region is seeking to procure a 32-foot high-speed aluminum landing craft research vessel for Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve. The solicitation requires a vessel with specific technical specifications, including an aluminum hull with 4000 lbs weight capacity, a wheelhouse accommodating eight people, and advanced navigation electronics from Furuno. Key contract requirements include twin diesel stern drive engines rated at 225 HP minimum, a comprehensive hydraulic system for equipment handling, and essential safety features like fire extinguishers and carbon monoxide detectors. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the pre-solicitation notice, vendors will likely be assessed on their ability to meet the precise technical specifications outlined in the attached document. The proposal submission deadline is April 5, 2025, with an expectation that the vessel will be delivered to Glacier Bay National Park in Gustavus, Alaska within 360 days after contract award.

The contract is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, targeting small business contractors in the Boat Building (NAICS 336612) category. The solicitation includes four optional add-ons that vendors can propose, such as a hydraulic anchor winch, bimini top, enhanced bottom plating, and a sonar mount platform, which provides flexibility in proposal composition. While the exact award value is not specified, the comprehensive technical requirements suggest a significant investment in a specialized research vessel. The contract mandates sea trials with two National Park Service representatives present, indicating a rigorous procurement process. Potential contractors will need to demonstrate technical capabilities in marine vessel construction, particularly in producing high-performance research vessels suitable for challenging maritime environments like those found in Alaska's coastal regions.