KDFWR - Creel Boat, Outboard Motor and Trailer (REBID)

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) is seeking sealed bids for a specialized creel boat package through a Request for Bid (RFB 660 2500000375) posted on January 8, 2025, with responses due by January 17, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET. The procurement involves a comprehensive boat system consisting of a 21-foot modified V hull aluminum all-weld creel boat similar to an Xpress X21B, a Yamaha or Honda 150 horsepower outboard motor, and a tandem axle aluminum trailer. Specific required equipment includes a three-bank battery charger, Atlas hydraulic jack plate, stainless steel prop, SeaStar hydraulic steering, and a Minn Kota Riptide 24V trolling motor. The contract will be awarded on a best value basis using a 100-point ranking system, with price accounting for 90 points and delivery time contributing 10 points. Delivery of the complete boat package is mandated by June 30, 2025, to the KDFWR facility located in Murray, Kentucky. Bidders must submit electronic responses through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system and provide proof of Commercial General Liability Insurance ($1,000,000 per occurrence) and Automobile Liability Insurance.

The solicitation includes provisions for Kentucky resident and qualified bidders, potentially offering preference points to local businesses. Nonprofit organizations serving individuals with severe disabilities may receive additional consideration, with a potential 15% preference for qualified bidders like Kentucky Industries for the Blind. Vendors must complete and submit several required affidavits, including documentation verifying their status as a resident bidder and compliance with state tax and insurance requirements. The bid requires vendors to bid on all line items as a complete group, with no partial submissions accepted. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the boat package suggests a significant investment for a one-time purchase with no stated renewal options. Interested vendors must have a Vendor Self Service (VSS) account to participate and must meet specific insurance and operational requirements as outlined in the solicitation documents. Technical support for bidding is available through the Customer Resource Center help desk, providing assistance for vendors navigating the submission process.