FY27 Permanently Moored Craft Fire Prevention and Safety Consultant

The Office of the State Fire Marshal is seeking a Permanently Moored Craft Fire Prevention and Safety Consultant for FY27, with proposals due September 14, 2026. No subcontracting is permitted; the prime vendor must provide 100 percent of the work. The contractor must hold a Professional Engineer license and demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience each in marine engineering and/or naval architecture, Title 46 Coast Guard regulations, vessel surveying for domestic vessels and maritime equipment, and vessel dry-docking and survey experience; knowledge of Title 41 Illinois Administrative Code 149 is required.

The scope includes comprehensive review of proposed regulatory amendments to Part 149 within one to two weeks of execution, revised draft rules incorporating track changes from team meetings, detailed answers to regulatory questions with 48–72 hour turnaround during public comment periods, creation of a guidance handbook for Office staff and industry, preparation and delivery of training programs to Office personnel, and ongoing technical consultation on an as-needed basis regarding implementation and interpretation of Part 149 regulations. All work product is owned solely and exclusively by the State.

The initial contract term runs from execution through June 30, 2027, with a maximum total term not to exceed ten years. Contract pricing is firm; the total maximum amount will be entered by the State prior to execution. The vendor shall invoice upon completion of contract milestones and deliverables as agreed, with the State reimbursing travel costs at GSA rates and covering printing, packaging, and shipping costs for hard copy materials. The vendor must maintain general commercial liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence with $2 million annual aggregate, auto liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence, and workers' compensation insurance as required by law. The contract is subject to availability of appropriated funds and may be terminated by the State for convenience with thirty days' notice or for cause immediately if vendor performance jeopardizes health or safety.