15’ X 8’ new airboat new hull, new engine, and new trailer

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking competitive bids for a specialized 15' x 8' heavy-duty electro-fishing airboat, with requirements for a new hull, new engine, and new trailer. The procurement is specifically targeted for Leon County and will involve one complete airboat system designed for continuous operation through marshes under varying water conditions. The airboat must include critical equipment such as a 220-pound portable electric generator and a 53-pound electrofishing box, capable of transporting two personnel during field operations. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) requires sealed bids to be submitted by November 13, 2024, with a public bid opening scheduled for the same date. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the responsive, responsible bidder submitting the lowest total price, with bidders required to provide a minimum of three references for similar projects. Vendors must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) system and with SunBiz prior to bid opening, and the resulting contract will be effective for one year upon issuance of the Purchase Order.

The FWC encourages participation from certified minority-owned, woman-owned, and service-disabled veteran business enterprises, providing potential preference for these designated business types. In the event of identical tie bids, preference will be given to businesses with drug-free workplace programs. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated in the available documentation, the procurement is for a complete, specialized marine vehicle system with advanced technological components. The contract appears to have no restrictions on vendor size or type beyond the registration requirements and reference qualifications. Vendors will need to demonstrate capability to provide a fully equipped, operational electro-fishing airboat that meets the precise technical specifications outlined in the ITB document, with the understanding that the lowest-priced, technically compliant bid will be most favorably considered.