Opportunity
Ohio Procurement Portal #SRC0000040634
Ohio DNR Seeks Design Revision and Construction Oversight for New Lake Erie Wildlife Research Vessel
Posted
July 22, 2026
Respond By
August 11, 2026
Identifier
SRC0000040634
NAICS
336611, 541310, 237990
This opportunity involves the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife, seeking proposals for the design revision and construction oversight of a new wildlife research vessel for Lake Erie fisheries research. - Government Buyer: - Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife - Project based in Fairport Harbor, Lake County, Ohio - OEMs and Vendors: - SeaCraft Design LLC (referenced as the basis for design revision) - Products/Services Requested: - Revision of existing SeaCraft Design LLC vessel designs - Comprehensive cost estimate for new vessel - Construction oversight services for vessel build - Replacement of the R/V Grandon research vessel - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must include both technical and cost components, submitted separately - Scope covers both design and construction oversight - Project classified under NAICS 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction) and 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction)
Description
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife, is seeking proposals for a design and cost estimate to replace the aging R/V Grandon research vessel used for fisheries research on Lake Erie. The project involves revising existing SeaCraft Design LLC designs to meet operational needs, producing an updated design and cost estimate, and overseeing vessel construction. The solicitation is open for bidding with a response due date of August 11, 2026. The work will be primarily located in Fairport Harbor, Ohio.