DNR - Four (4) Heavy-duty 18-foot Aluminum Airboat with Trailer for IL Conservation Police Officers

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a vendor to provide four (4) custom-made 18-foot aluminum airboats with motors and trailers for use by the Illinois Conservation Police Officers. The airboats must meet detailed technical specifications outlined in the Invitation for Bid (IFB) document, including requirements for the hull, engine, transmission, propeller, seating, electrical systems, and trailers. Vendors must be recognized wholesalers/retailers of the requested products, have at least 5 years of experience manufacturing airboats, and provide an 8-hour training session on equipment operation and maintenance. All questions related to the solicitation must be submitted in writing to the designated contact no later than April 18, 2018. The IFB states the State reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation does not contain any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no information provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors. The total award amount for the four airboat packages is $280,000.00, based on the Notice of Award document. Funding for this procurement is provided by the State of Illinois, and the total contract term shall not exceed 10 years.