Mercury 40 H. P. Outboard Motor for the Yonkers Fire Department Boat

The City of Yonkers, located in Westchester County, New York, is seeking to procure a new Mercury 40 H.P. Outboard Motor for the Yonkers Fire Department Boat through a Request for Quotation (RFQ 2026-1985) issued by the Bureau of Purchasing. The specific motor being sought is a NEW MERCURY 40 H.P. ELHPT Electric Start, Long Shaft Tiller Handle Power Trim model. Vendors are required to submit their quotations via email to Joseph.Rabadi@yonkersny.gov by September 9, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with delivery expected as soon as possible. All quotes must be firm with no price adjustments allowed and are considered F.O.B. Destination. The pricing must comprehensively include all incidental costs such as freight, packaging, materials, labor, fees, overhead, and profit. Payment terms are set at Net 30 Days, and the procurement requires specific insurance coverage, including Worker's Compensation Insurance and Commercial General Liability Insurance with the City of Yonkers listed as an additional insured.

The RFQ does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for specific types of enterprises. Vendors must provide a non-collusion certification, and the resulting contract will be governed by New York State law. While no specific budget range is detailed in the documentation, the procurement is for a single outboard motor for the fire department's boat. The quotation process appears open to marine equipment and motor suppliers who can meet the technical specifications and insurance requirements. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate compliance with the specified motor characteristics, including electric start capabilities, long shaft configuration, and power trim features. The procurement represents a targeted equipment replacement or upgrade for the Yonkers Fire Department's marine operations, with an emphasis on obtaining a high-quality, functional outboard motor to support emergency response capabilities.