2024 Pathfinder, Hybrid 2500 25 foot fiberglass hull vessel (preferred or equivalent), electronics package and boat trailer

The Commonwealth of Virginia Marine Resources Commission is seeking to procure a 2024 Pathfinder, Hybrid 2500 25-foot fiberglass hull vessel (preferred or equivalent), including a Mercury 300 XL Verado Fusion 300 HP outboard motor, an electronics package, and a boat trailer. This procurement is for the Newport News, Virginia jurisdiction. The IFB provides detailed specifications for the required vessel and equipment, including acceptable brands and features. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on February 29, 2024, and the contract period is from the date of award through May 31, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The procurement includes set-aside opportunities for DSBSD-certified micro and small businesses. Subcontracting requirements and monthly reporting are also specified. Payment terms align with the Virginia Prompt Payment Act, and the Commonwealth reserves the right to negotiate with the lowest bidder if their bid exceeds the available funds. The Notice of Award document does not provide pricing terms, incumbent information, or budget ranges.