Opportunity
Windham Town Civicplus #50
Windham Water Works Solicits Bids for Flat Bottom Aluminum Boat and Trailer
Posted
April 20, 2026
Respond By
May 08, 2026
Identifier
50
NAICS
336612
Windham Water Works, part of the Town of Windham, Connecticut, is seeking bids for a new flat bottom aluminum boat and trailer to support its operations. - Government Buyer: - Windham Water Works, Town of Windham, Connecticut - Products Requested: - One (1) new flat bottom aluminum boat - Length: 18'6" to 19'6" - Beam: 7' - 60 HP outboard motor - 19-gallon built-in fuel tank (EPA-compliant) - NMMA certified, US Coast Guard flotation requirements - Center console with windscreen (side consoles not accepted) - Hydraulic steering, lockable onboard storage, electric bilge pump - LED bow courtesy/navigation lights - 100% aluminum all-welded construction - Legal capacity plate for 7 persons - One (1) custom-fit single-axle trailer - Locking jack and swivel wheel - Winch with nylon strap and bow safety strap - Carpeted bunks, lighting, nylon tie-down straps, safety cables - Notable Requirements: - Boat must have a legal 7-person capacity plate and center console - Comparable boats of like quality and commercial recognition will be considered - Bidders must provide detailed breakdowns of quantities and costs - 10% local bidder preference for qualifying Town of Windham-based businesses - All bids must comply with minimum specifications - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; well-known aluminum boat manufacturers are likely to compete - Delivery location: 174 Storrs Road, Mansfield Center, Connecticut 06250
Description
Windham Water Works is requesting sealed bids for the procurement of a new flat bottom aluminum boat and trailer. The requirements and specifications for the boat and trailer are included in the provided bid invitation. Bids will be received at the Office of the Superintendent of Windham Water Works at 174 Storrs Road (Route 195), Mansfield, Connecticut until 2:00 P.M., prevailing time, on Friday, May 8th, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. The purchase order will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Windham Water Works reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to reduce the scope of work to bring the cost within available funds.