Aluminum insulated dump style live haul

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is soliciting bids for a custom aluminum insulated dump-style live haul tank to be delivered to the Styx Receiving Compound in West Columbia, SC. The procurement is specifically for a specialized fish hauling unit with precise specifications: 52" wide x 96" long x 36" high, constructed of aluminum with stainless steel accessories, featuring four compartments of 135 gallons each. Bidders must demonstrate previous experience in building fish hauling units and provide photographic evidence and references with their proposal. The solicitation requires vendors to work collaboratively with SCDNR representatives, submitting detailed drawings for approval during the tank's construction process. Key procurement dates include February 20, 2025, as the deadline for questions, with bid submissions due by March 12, 2025, at 11:00 am EST. The contract award will be posted on March 13, 2025, with a contract period spanning from March 15, 2025, to August 15, 2025. Successful bidders must provide a manufacturer's written warranty and ensure delivery within 120 days after receiving the order.

The solicitation includes South Carolina resident vendor preferences, end-product preferences, and resident contractor preferences that may impact bid pricing and evaluation. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the procurement appears open to manufacturers with demonstrated expertise in constructing specialized fish hauling equipment. Vendors must submit a total cost for the custom-built tank along with separate shipping costs. The technical specifications are comprehensive, covering requirements for insulation, dump gates, aerators, and other critical components of the live haul tank. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the detailed specifications suggest this is a specialized procurement requiring significant technical capabilities and precision manufacturing. The SCDNR's requirements indicate they are seeking a high-quality, purpose-built solution for transporting fish, with an emphasis on vendor experience and technical competence.