24? deck barge and trailer

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is seeking to procure a 24-foot modified V-hull aluminum deck barge and trailer for freshwater fisheries projects through an Invitation for Bid solicitation. The procurement specifically requires one unit each of a barge and trailer with precise technical specifications, including a 6-degree deadrise hull design, maximum hull weight of 6,000 pounds, minimum load capacity of 4,000 pounds, 60-gallon fuel capacity, and ability to accommodate five people. The vessel must be powered by a single Yamaha outboard motor between 150-200 horsepower and will be used for aquatic habitat enhancement, fish attractor deployment, and trap and gill net operations. Key submission requirements include providing manufacturer specifications, operational manuals, and conducting water testing to verify operational condition. Critical procurement dates include a November 9, 2023 deadline for submitting questions and a November 21, 2023 10:00 a.m. bid submission deadline, with mandatory delivery of both barge and trailer by June 1, 2024 to the SCDNR facility located at 2760 Wildlife Lane, Columbia, South Carolina 29172.

The solicitation mandates vendor registration with the State of South Carolina prior to bid submission and will award to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Nonresident contractors may be subject to a 2 percent withholding tax unless properly registered with the state. Bidders have the option to claim South Carolina or United States end-product preferences if applicable and must indicate their ability to meet the June 1, 2024 delivery deadline. The procurement includes the manufacturer's standard written warranty, and vendors must submit a signed statement and checklist confirming vessel performance and operational features with delivery. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the solicitation emphasizes comprehensive compliance with technical specifications and operational requirements. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are explicitly stated in the procurement documents.