Sea ARK jet boat & trailer

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is seeking quotes for a comprehensive jet boat and trailer package through a Request for Quotes (RFQ) solicitation. The procurement specifically targets one Sea Ark 1872MVJT jet boat or an approved equivalent, accompanied by a galvanized trailer and motor installation services. The boat must be an 18-foot aluminum jet tunnel hull with precise specifications, including a 72-inch bottom width, 28-inch true depth, 11-person capacity, shark skin exterior and interior coloring, leaning post, aluminum flat top center console, and standard marine electrical components. The trailer must feature 14-inch tires, a 2-inch ball coupler, 2000-pound capacity winch, and LED lighting. Key procurement dates include a question deadline of April 26, 2019, at 12:00 noon, with offers due online by May 7, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. The procurement officer is Andy Bowman, CPPB, and the anticipated delivery timeline is 90 days after purchase order receipt, with delivery to SCDNR's Abbeville, South Carolina facility.

Vendors must be registered with South Carolina's SCEIS vendor registration system and obtain a state vendor number before submission. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with potential preferences for South Carolina and U.S. end-product providers. All boats must be new, comply with U.S. Coast Guard standards, and include manufacturer's statement of origin documentation. The successful vendor is required to perform complete rigging, including electrical installation, trailer fit and adjustment, and water testing, along with providing an operational manual and manufacturer's standard warranty. Service facilities must be located within 120 miles of Dillon, South Carolina to support warranty and service requirements. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement includes fixed pricing with no adjustment options except through formal change order procedures. The contract mandates that all costs for labor, materials, and equipment necessary for complete delivery must be incorporated into the quoted price.