WDFW 250hp 4 Stroke V8 Outboards

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is soliciting competitive bids for the procurement and installation of two 250hp 4-stroke V8 outboard engines for their research vessel WDFW635, a Munson 26' x 8' 6" Packman Landing Craft. The specific procurement requires one Mercury SeaPro 250XL DTS outboard engine (standard rotation) and one Mercury SeaPro 250CXL DTS outboard engine (counter rotation), or equivalent performance and weight engines. Deliverables include complete installation services involving removal of existing engines, installation of new engines and controls, and mandatory sea trials. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) requires the successful contractor to be located within 50 road miles of Spokane, WA, and provide secure storage and insurance coverage for the vessel during work. Quotes are due by February 21st, 2025 at 12:00pm, with required delivery and completion of work by March 28th, 2025, potentially extended to April 25th, 2025 due to production limitations. The solicitation covers three jurisdictions: Spokane Valley City, Spokane County, and Spokane City.

For contracts valued under $150,000, WDFW intends to award to the lowest responsive and responsible bid from a Small Business or Veteran-Owned Business. Contracts valued at $150,000 or more will provide a 5% preference to responsive and responsible bids from Small Businesses or Veteran-Owned Businesses. The project mandates a three-year government non-commercial warranty and adheres to Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) requirements. Payment terms are net 30 days upon satisfactory completion of all work and proper invoice submission. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement involves significant marine equipment replacement, suggesting a substantial investment in vessel modernization. The contractor must demonstrate technical capability to install marine propulsion systems, provide comprehensive warranty coverage, and meet specific geographic and business classification requirements.