Request for Proposal Low Water Rescue Boats

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (ODEM) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) Number S-25800-00007400 for the procurement of four low water rescue boats through the State Preparedness and Incident Response Equipment (SPIRE) grant program, which targets emergency preparedness equipment for local governments in Jackson and Marion Counties. The solicitation seeks aluminum, welded, corrosion-resistant low water rescue boats with specific technical requirements, including inboard jet propulsion, center console configuration, USCG and ABYC compliance, and comprehensive equipment packages. Detailed specifications include requirements for hull design, seating, electrical systems, lighting, and accompanying trailers. The RFP's proposal was due on July 31, 2023, at 9:00 AM PST, with an anticipated single Price Agreement (Purchase Order) award. Evaluation criteria encompassed multiple technical and performance factors, with scoring based on hull requirements, boat and trailer pricing, intake overlay, bottom protection, jet pump model, engine specifications, delivery and training capabilities, and value-added products or services.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The RFP indicates that River Wild Boats was the highest-scoring proposer, receiving 204 points out of a possible 100 points in the evaluation process. The total procurement value is $381,400, with ODEM purchasing the equipment and retaining ownership while making it available for local use. The awardee will be responsible for maintenance, insurance, staffing, and response. The SPIRE grant funding is derived from bond sales and is limited to capital assets, meaning the procurement is strictly for equipment acquisition. Notably, the contract terms specify that while ODEM purchases and owns the equipment, local jurisdictions will be responsible for ongoing operational costs and deployment of the low water rescue boats.