Water Master Bruin Fishing Raft Package w/Self-Bailing Raft

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Division of Procurement Services, is requesting quotations for one Water Master Bruin Fishing Raft Package with self-bailing capability on behalf of the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, with quotations due January 24, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. EST through the AdvantageME Vendor Self Service system.

The scope is a complete 11.5-foot by 5-foot raft package including an NRS fishing frame, seats, oars, U-shaped thigh bar, NRS super pump, patch kit, and storage bag. The raft must feature a 22-inch bow and stern diameter, five air chambers with Leafield C7 valves, PVC material, high-pressure drop stitch floor, and 1,500-pound weight capacity rated for Class IV whitewater. The assembled package weighs 120 pounds. Equivalent products are permitted only with submission of a detailed specification comparison sheet; bids proposing equivalents without the sheet will be rejected.

Delivery is due April 1, 2024 to the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife at 689 Farmington Road, Strong, Maine. Pricing must be quoted on FOB Destination basis, inclusive of all shipping charges, and entered in the VSS system using numbers and decimal points only. Bidders must also provide estimated delivery time in calendar days from contract award.

Submissions must include company letterhead quotations, manufacturer product data sheets, warranty information, the signed Bid Cover Page, and the Debarment Form. Award will be made on a best value basis with lowest-priced conforming bid receiving preference once specifications are met. The State reserves the right to negotiate the purchase of additional units at the bid price for six months following award and may consider delivery time as a factor in the award decision.

No contract value, incumbent contractor, or set-aside programs are specified.