RFQ 1125163B - New Port and Starboard Propellers

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) is seeking quotations through RFQ 1125163B for new port and starboard propellers for the R/V Media research vessel. The procurement specifically requires two four-blade propellers with precise technical specifications, including a 5" bore, 12.5" hub length, puller holes, anti-sing edges, and Nibral material construction. Propellers must be fabricated with Federal Power Thrust stamping and designed to fit a 5" tapered shaft, with final measurements to be confirmed with the owner representative before order placement. Quotes are due by May 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM AKST, with electronic submission preferred via email to dfg.contracting@alaska.gov. Importantly, quotes exceeding $47,000 will be considered non-responsive, and the State reserves the right to reject any or all quotes based on funding availability and other procurement considerations.

The solicitation includes several Alaska-specific bidder preferences that provide advantages to local businesses, including a 5% Alaska Bidder Preference, potential 2% Alaska Military Skills Program Preference, and a 5% Alaska Veteran Preference. Vendors must hold a current Alaska business license and have maintained a business presence in the state for at least six months. Prospective bidders will be evaluated based on their ability to meet the detailed propeller specifications outlined in the attached Victoria Propeller Ltd. repair report, which provides context about the current propellers' condition. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a budget range likely falling between $40,000 and $50,000. The contract aims to prioritize Alaska-based businesses, particularly those meeting veteran, military skills, or disability employment criteria, thereby supporting local economic development while securing specialized marine equipment for the state's research vessel.