RFB 26-0224 purchase of full cabin vessel
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 338-26-0224
- State
- North Carolina
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
Opportunity details come from evp.nc.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is soliciting bids for a 31-foot full cabin marine vessel designed for law enforcement and rescue operations. The Request for Bids (RFB 26-0224) requires a vessel capable of withstanding rugged waters, featuring twin 450 HP Yamaha outboards, 185-gallon fuel capacity, and advanced navigation equipment including Garmin chartplotters, radar, and a FLIR thermal camera. Bidders must demonstrate experience by showing at least three 31-foot full cabin hulls currently in use by other U.S. law enforcement agencies. The procurement requires a comprehensive delivery that includes the fully operational vessel with all specified equipment installed and tested, plus one full day of training for county personnel at the manufacturer's location. Key deadlines include submitting questions by November 12, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. EST, with bid responses due by November 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. EST. The contract term extends 365 days from the Notice to Proceed, with delivery required within the same timeframe.
The solicitation includes extensive insurance requirements, mandating $1,000,000 in Commercial General Liability and Business Auto Liability, plus Workers' Compensation coverage as required by North Carolina law. Performance and Payment Bonds are required at 100 percent of guaranteed repair and maintenance costs. The contract includes compliance requirements such as E-Verify participation and Iran Divestment Act certification. The total contract price is capped at $620,485.00, with payment structured in five equal 20 percent milestone-based installments covering contract stages from signing through final sea trials and delivery. The vessel must include a 15-year limited hull warranty and 5-year collar warranty. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the comprehensive requirements suggest a competitive procurement process focused on technical capability, operational readiness, and proven marine vessel manufacturing experience in law enforcement contexts.
Opportunity text
It is the intent of these specifications to cover the basic requirements of a well-designed 31' Full Cabin Vessel. The unit described must be the latest model currently produced by well-established manufacturer. It must be capable of withstanding rugged waters. Appurtenances and/or accessories not herein mentioned, but necessary to furnish a complete and operational unit must be included and must conform to the best practice known to the industry in strength, quality, and design, and will be subject to these specifications in full. All equipment furnished must meet or exceed federal and state regulations, as well as industry standards. If provided specifications are different than provided in the solicitation, you MUST identify the differences in your bid proposal.
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