Fire Boat Rescue 18BFP068G

The Town of Needham, Massachusetts is seeking sealed bids to procure one (1) factory new fire rescue boat with outboard motor and transport trailer. The Invitation for Bids (IFB) package will be available starting May 31, 2018 on the Town's website and through the Town Manager's Office. Sealed bids must be submitted no later than 11:00 a.m. on June 18, 2018 to the Needham Town Hall. The Town will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. No pre-bid conference is scheduled, and the contract is not subject to prevailing wage requirements. The successful bidder will be responsible for the safe delivery and setup of the equipment to the Needham Fire Department within six months of contract execution. The IFB provides detailed technical specifications for the fire rescue boat, front platform, outboard motor, and trailer, and bidders must provide pricing for each item as well as any other applicable charges.

This procurement opportunity is open to all qualified vendors. The Town of Needham reserves the right to reject any and all bids as determined to be in its best interest. Payment terms are net 30 days, and the contract has no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified, and there is no existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The IFB does not provide a specific award value or budget range.