Comprehensive Repowering of 43-foot Fiberglass VMRC Vessel

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The Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC) is seeking bids for the comprehensive repowering of their 43-foot fiberglass vessel. The scope of work includes the removal and disposal or retention of the existing John Deere 6081AFM75 engine, installation of a single John Deere 6090SFM85 M3 diesel engine, upgrading or replacing the current transmission, and conducting testing and commissioning to ensure optimal functionality. The work is scheduled to commence immediately after the bid is awarded, with a completion date of April 1, 2024. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on January 25, 2024, and the facility performing the work should be within 50 miles of Mathews, Virginia. VMRC is seeking comprehensive bids that include a detailed breakdown of costs, timelines for completion with specific milestones and projected dates, and references or examples of similar projects executed.

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The contract will be awarded on a total sum basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that is a DSBSD-certified micro business if such a bid is received, provided the bid is up to and including $10,000 and the agency determines the price is fair and reasonable. Otherwise, the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that is a DSBSD-certified small business if such a bid is received, provided the bid is not more than $100,000 and the agency determines the price is fair and reasonable. If these criteria are not met, the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder of any size, provided the agency determines the price is fair and reasonable. Bidders must provide at least 3 references for similar goods and services, and the contractor must provide the most favorable commercial warranties given to any customer, and proof of all required insurance coverage prior to commencing work.