Marine Safety Work Boat

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners is requesting competitive sealed bids for the one-time purchase of one marine safety work boat, with bids due September 24, 2026. The estimated contract value is $400,000.

Bidders must submit a Substitute W-9 Form establishing taxpayer identification and U.S. person status, a Drug Free Workplace certification, and proof of insurance prior to contract award. Insurance requirements mandate comprehensive general liability coverage with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, property insurance covering equipment and materials at the job site, and workers' compensation insurance in compliance with Florida statutory requirements. Hillsborough County must be named as additional insured on all liability policies, and waiver of subrogation provisions are required. All insurance must remain in force throughout the contract duration and any warranty or maintenance periods.

The ITB-26-00402 solicitation invites experienced and qualified contractors capable of delivering a marine safety vessel meeting specified requirements. The county received multiple competitive bids and has issued a preliminary bid tabulation for evaluation. The procurement structure permits direct deposit payment authorization for awarded contractors, with electronic ACH transfers available as an alternative to paper check disbursement.

No technical specifications, performance timeline beyond the September 24 due date, evaluation criteria weighting, incumbent contractor, contract term length, or place of performance are detailed in the source materials. The preliminary bid tabulation document was posted but specific bid amounts and bidder identities are not disclosed in the summary provided.