IFB158590 Jamestown Scotland Ferry Rescue Boats

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is soliciting bids from qualified firms to provide five United States Coast Guard (USCG) approved Rescue Boats for the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry located in Surry, Virginia. The procurement is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) with a contract term of two years, and no renewal option. VDOT is seeking a SOLAS-approved, USCG-approved boat and motor combination that is compatible with the existing rescue boat davits and space. The boats and engines must be delivered as soon as possible, but no later than the 2-year contract period. The specific boat model required is the Zodiac Hurricane H472 (2010), along with the related EZ Loader Trailer and a Honda 50 HP engine. An optional pre-bid conference will be held on January 16, 2024, and bids are due by January 29, 2024, with a public bid opening on January 30, 2024.

This project has a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal. The contract resulted from IFB 158590 and was awarded to Zodiac of North America Inc. for a total contract value of approximately $365,000, including the supply of the USCG approved rescue boat packages, spare motors, boat trailers, and USCG SOLAS quick release safety hooks. Payment terms include the Virginia Prompt Payment Act and potential acceptance of the State's Small Purchase Charge Card.