26CRDWBCLULL-0015G - SeaArk Mud Runner

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is conducting a Request for Quote (RFQ) to procure a Sea Ark Mud Runner 180 with Pro Drive X40 boat or a State of Iowa-approved equivalent. The solicitation was posted on October 30, 2025, with a bid closing date of November 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The DNR requires one boat unit to be delivered FOB Destination to the Odessa Wildlife Unit in Wapello, Iowa, with a delivery deadline of May 1, 2026. Bidders must be authorized manufacturer representatives capable of extending manufacturer warranties, and must submit detailed specifications with any proposed equipment deviations clearly noted for DNR review. The procurement requires pricing submission in US dollars using the provided Cost Proposal form, and bidders must provide contact information, years in business, and acknowledge acceptance of specification, goods, shipping, and payment terms. While the brand and model specification is intended to illustrate general boat characteristics, it is not meant to limit competition, and equivalent proposals are welcome.

The solicitation does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No incumbent vendors or specific integration requirements are mentioned in the documentation. The RFQ does not detail a specific funding source or precise budget amount for the procurement. Payment terms follow standard State of Iowa guidelines, allowing sixty days for invoice payment as per Iowa Code 8A.514. Shipping will be FOB Destination and Freight Prepaid. No prerequisites are required to view or enter bids for this solicitation, which suggests broad accessibility for potential vendors. While a specific award value is not specified, the procurement is for a single boat unit to be used by the Odessa Wildlife Unit, indicating a relatively focused and potentially modest procurement effort.