24 ft Boat and Trailer

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is seeking to procure a 24-foot fiberglass boat and trailer for its Marine Turtle Conservation Program through a Request for Quotes (RFQ) solicitation. The procurement specifically requires one boat with a flat-bottom hull, 100-inch beam, integrated storage compartments, console with steering system, bilge pumps, 34-gallon fuel tank, and a comprehensive electrical system, along with a corresponding Load Rite trailer (model LR-AS24T60000102TSS). The boat must be fully operational and compliant with all federal, state, and marine safety regulations upon acceptance. Bids must be submitted online through the South Carolina Procurement Information Center by April 9, 2020, at 10:00 AM, with questions due by April 2, 2020, at 12:00 noon. The evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on unit prices for both the boat and trailer line items. Delivery of the completed boat and trailer is required by June 1, 2020, to the SCDNR Styxx Receiving Compound in West Columbia, South Carolina.

Vendor registration with a state vendor number is mandatory for bidders, and contractors may claim South Carolina or United States end-product preferences if applicable. The successful vendor must provide a five-year hull and transom warranty and be prepared to demonstrate the equipment within 30 days after delivery if requested. Pricing must remain fixed for the contract duration, and contractors must comply with South Carolina procurement regulations, including certifications regarding independent price determination, debarment status, drug-free workplace compliance, and ethical requirements. Nonresident contractors may be subject to income tax withholding requirements under South Carolina Code Section 12-8-550 unless they register with the Department of Revenue and submit the required affidavit. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise restrictions are mentioned, the solicitation includes standard terms and conditions governing payment, termination, contract modifications, and dispute resolution under South Carolina law. The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications and regulatory requirements.