Boat Decals

The State of Nebraska, through the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Materiel Division State Purchasing Bureau (SPB), is soliciting bids for boat registration decals for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. The procurement seeks a vendor to produce approximately 35,000 decal sets annually, with specific technical requirements including 3-inch by 3-inch decals printed on white vinyl film using two-color emblems and sun-fast ink capable of withstanding water and cleaning. The decals must be produced in strips of two with a kiss-cut between decals, and follow a detailed multi-year color and design sequence outlined in Attachment B, which provides a comprehensive plan for decal designs from 2019 to 2047. The solicitation (number 118336 OR) was released on March 25, 2025, with bids due on April 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time via electronic submission through ShareFile. Evaluation criteria will include price, location, quality, delivery time, and vendor qualifications, with the contract initially set for one year and options to renew for five additional one-year periods. Pricing will remain firm for the first contract year, with potential price increases limited to 3% in subsequent years, subject to state approval and requiring 120 days' written notice with supporting documentation.

The procurement includes provisions for preference for resident disabled veterans and businesses located in designated enterprise zones. Vendors must comply with state requirements, including work eligibility verification, civil rights laws, and maintaining specific insurance coverage. The contract allows for potential extension to political subdivisions, cities, and counties, broadening its potential impact. While no incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, the detailed specifications suggest a sophisticated, long-term approach to boat registration decal production. The cost sheet indicates pricing structures for decal sets ranging from 15,001 to over 55,000 units, with two trim size options (3"x 6" and 3"x 6.25"). Delivery will be FOB Destination to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission in Lincoln, with dock hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the annual production of 35,000 decal sets suggests a significant contract value, with pricing to be determined through the competitive bidding process.