Airboat, trailer optional sprayer

Palm Beach County, Florida issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the procurement of two new 15-foot aluminum airboats equipped with motors, reduction units, propellers, and complete trailer packages, with optional sprayer capabilities. The airboats must meet specific technical specifications including a PCM LS 6.0L EFI 450 HP engine, Century Drive Unit CH 3 reduction unit, Sensenich JX Series propeller, and comprehensive electrical, cooling, steering, throttle, and exhaust systems. The optional sprayer package includes a 100-gallon fiberglass tank with pump, engine, and application equipment. Bidders must submit sealed responses by October 1, 2020, at 4:00 p.m. to the Palm Beach County Purchasing Department, with delivery required to Fleet Management at 2601 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach, Florida, during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.). Delivery must include a manufacturer statement of origin and certified weight slip, and all equipment must be covered by factory/manufacturer warranty effective upon delivery and acceptance. Bidders must provide three references demonstrating similar goods provision within the past three years and submit manufacturer certifications or authorized dealer documentation, with pricing remaining firm and fixed for ninety days from bid submission.

The County has waived Affirmative Procurement Initiatives but requires submission of OEBO Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 if subcontractors are utilized, with S/M/WBE participation requiring proper certification valid at time of bid submission. A local preference of five percent applies to bidders with permanent places of business in Palm Beach County, verified by valid Business Tax Receipt. The solicitation is an all-or-none award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, and all bidders and subcontractors must register as vendors in the County's Vendor Self Service (VSS) system. Payment will be rendered only upon County satisfaction and acceptance of delivered items, with no additional compensation permitted beyond the bid response price. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or specific budget ranges were identified in the solicitation documents.