Yamaha Center Console 222 FSH Sport Power Boat for UWPD 2024-UWMSN-00496-RFB

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking bids for a Yamaha Center Console 222 FSH Sport Power Boat for the University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD), as detailed in solicitation 2024-UWMSN-00496-RFB. This procurement is specifically for a marine vessel to be used by campus law enforcement, with the bid opportunity officially posted on November 30, 2023, at 9:30 AM CT. All bid responses must be submitted electronically through the SciQuest bidding platform at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=UWisconsin. The procurement covers Dane County and the City of Madison, Wisconsin, with a strict bid submission deadline of December 14, 2023. Potential bidders with questions are instructed to contact Martin O. Rostermundt directly via email at marty.rostermundt@wisc.edu. The solicitation requires vendors to provide a specific Yamaha Center Console 222 FSH Sport Power Boat model, indicating precise specifications and equipment requirements for the marine vessel.

While no specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions are explicitly mentioned in the procurement notice, the competitive bidding process is open to qualified marine vessel suppliers capable of meeting the University of Wisconsin-Madison's requirements. The procurement appears to be a standard competitive bid without apparent limitations on vendor participation. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, marine law enforcement vessels of this type typically range between $50,000 and $150,000, depending on specific model features and equipment. The procurement process emphasizes electronic submission through the SciQuest platform, suggesting a streamlined, technology-driven approach to vendor selection and contract award. Potential bidders should carefully review all specifications and ensure complete compliance with the solicitation requirements.