OLE NE Zone 22 ft Deep V Aluminum Boat Package

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Office of Law Enforcement (Illinois Conservation Police) is procuring one complete 22-foot Deep V aluminum boat package for use in Northern Illinois waters, specifically to replace aging equipment currently out of service. The procurement encompasses a vessel with a minimum 22-foot overall length and 98-inch beam, a 250-horsepower four-stroke V8 outboard motor with electronic controls and hydraulic steering, and a dual-axle galvanized or aluminum trailer equipped with disc brakes and LED lighting. All equipment must be brand new, unused, and free from defects, with standard manufacturer's warranty protection provided by the vendor. The successful bidder must be a licensed boat dealer and certified vendor for the manufacturer, with a minimum of 51 percent of work completed by the prime contractor, and must serve as an authorized service center for the engine located within 60 miles of North Point Marina in Winthrop Harbor, Illinois. The boat package must be fully operational and ready for pickup by June 30, 2026, with the vendor required to supply two copies of operator and maintenance manuals upon delivery and provide training on equipment operation and maintenance. Bids are due May 12, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through BidBuy. Optional equipment offerings include hydraulic jack plates, GPS/sonar units, trolling motors, bimini tops, and cruise control systems, with bidders permitted to submit brand name or equal product submissions, bearing the burden of proof that alternative products meet salient characteristics.

The procurement documents do not identify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions limiting eligible respondents to disadvantaged enterprises or particular organizational types beyond the requirement that vendors maintain licensure and manufacturer certification status. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are referenced in the available procurement materials. Vendors must comply with the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions and Standard Illinois Certifications, which mandate compliance with statutory obligations including tax compliance, drug-free workplace requirements, equal employment opportunity, and political contribution restrictions, with vendors subject to contract voidance, suspension, debarment, or civil and criminal penalties for false certification or non-compliance. All vendors must maintain insurance coverage including General Commercial Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, Auto Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, and Workers' Compensation as required by law, naming the State as additionally insured. The procurement documents do not specify an award value, budget range, or pricing information in the materials provided.