20' Semi-V Bottom Boat and Trailer

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Bureau of State Parks, is seeking to procure one 20-foot semi-V bottom boat and trailer for water quality sampling and lake management projects across state park lakes. The procurement is specific to Lehigh County and Grampian Borough, with bids due by March 12, 2019. The boat must feature a double all-welded aluminum hull, minimum 72x66-inch open floor space, and various specified accessories. Vendors must submit bids electronically via the PA Supplier Portal, with the award based on the total sum of the bid. The contract will commence upon execution of the purchase order and terminate on August 30, 2019. Bidders are required to provide certified data, product documentation, and references, and may be asked to demonstrate the product. The bid evaluation will consider factors such as technical specifications, pricing, and compliance with the stated requirements.

The contract opportunity appears to have preferences for Pennsylvania-based businesses under the Reciprocal Limitations Act, which provides advantages to vendors producing goods within the state. While no specific small business set-asides are detailed in the documents for this particular procurement, the attached Small Business Procurement Initiative suggests the Commonwealth has broader initiatives supporting diverse vendors. The documents do not indicate an incumbent vendor for this specific boat and trailer procurement. Payment will be made on a reimbursement basis following delivery and final acceptance of the approved product. The bid requires unit pricing to two decimal points, with invoices to be submitted electronically or by mail, including the purchase order and SAP vendor number. Bid results will be posted on the Commonwealth's emarketplace website within three business days of the bid opening. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be for a single boat and trailer unit.