Rebid* Boat Package - DEQ

The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has issued a rebid invitation to procure a specialized boat package through the Office of State Procurement, targeting jurisdictions in East Baton Rouge Parish and Baton Rouge City. The procurement seeks two distinct boat packages: first, a Gator Trax 14-16'x44" GT boat with a Tennessee Trailers compatible trailer, and second, a 2025 Boston Whaler 250 Outrage boat with a McClain marine trailer and two 225 V6 Mercury Four Stroke engines. The bid requires comprehensive technical specifications, including precise boat dimensions, hull characteristics, safety features, navigation systems, and equipment details such as hardtop electronics, VHF radio, and specific color and upholstery requirements. Electronic bid submissions will be accepted through the LaGov vendor portal, with the public bid opening scheduled for April 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM CST. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, meeting technical specifications, and identifying the lowest responsible bidder capable of fulfilling the comprehensive marine equipment requirements.

The procurement appears to have preferences for Louisiana and U.S.-manufactured products, potentially offering bidding advantages of up to 10% for Louisiana-produced items and 5% for U.S.-manufactured products. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid includes standard civil rights compliance and anti-discrimination provisions. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, and the procurement does not specify a precise budget range or award value. Potential bidders must be registered in the LaGov system and are required to provide detailed documentation demonstrating compliance with all technical specifications. The boats are intended for environmental monitoring or research purposes, suggesting the DEQ will use these vessels for specialized field operations. Electronic payment methods, including LaCarte Procurement Card and Electronic Funds Transfer, will be utilized for contract execution.