Striped bass tag RFRDMF19010

The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries is seeking to charter three vessels for two consecutive seasons to capture large striped bass with rod and reel in the Nantucket and Monomoy Shoals areas for a tagging program. The vessels should be in the 30-40 foot length range, properly outfitted for offshore fishing, and capable of taking two scientists, their equipment, and up to three additional crewmen. The target maximum number of contractors is 3, and the deadline for quotes is June 30, 2019, with an estimated contract start date around July 1, 2019. The initial contract duration is from the date of contract execution to June 30, 2020, with 4 options to renew for 1 year each. Contractors will be paid on a per trip basis, with each trip expected to produce an average of greater than 25 striped bass specimens per trip, larger than 28 inches total length.

This procurement is targeted to businesses participating in the Commonwealth's Small Business Purchasing Program, with subcontracting limited to no more than 20% of the contract value. The RFR also outlines requirements related to environmentally preferable products, prompt payment discounts, and the Commonwealth's Supplier Diversity Program. The listed budget range or award value is not provided, but the procurement is limited to small businesses in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.