RFQ-Boat Repair and Maintenance Services

The City of Detroit Office of Contracting and Procurement on behalf of the Detroit Police Department is requesting quotes for boat repair and maintenance services under an RFQ with quotes due October 22, 2026 at 3:00 PM EST through the Bonfire portal, and questions due October 13 at 3:00 PM EST. The RFQ is restricted to Detroit-based businesses certified by the City of Detroit Human Rights Department; proof of certification must accompany the bid response.

The scope includes routine preventative maintenance, diagnostic testing, engine servicing, electrical and mechanical repairs, hull inspection and repair, and seasonal winterization for vessels of varying makes and models, both foreign and domestic. Minimum qualifications include state licensing and/or ASE certification; marine expertise; small engine repair capability; outboard and inboard motor repair experience; electronic repair skills; and certifications for Mercury, Dura-Max Diesel, and Yammer Diesel engines. A minimum of five years of experience providing boat repair and maintenance services at similar scope is required.

The contract term is two years with renewal options subject to Detroit City Council approval and signature by the Chief Procurement Officer. The City anticipates a single award. Contract prices are firm for the entire contract period. Pricing must include hourly labor rates, diagnostics fees if applicable, parts markup percentages, shop and environmental fees if applicable, and itemized pricing for specified services such as engine diagnostics, water pump replacement, fuel system service, oil and filter changes, and hull inspections.

The successful bidder must furnish a bid bond of 0 percent and performance and payment bonds of 25 percent or 100 percent of the contract value. Standard payment terms are NET 30 days from invoice receipt. The Contractor must maintain Workers' Compensation insurance at statutory minimums, Commercial General Liability of $1 million per occurrence, Automobile Liability Insurance of $1 million, and Errors and Omission Cyber Liability Insurance of $1 million per claim. Answers to questions will be distributed October 19, 2026.