Opportunity
SAM #140G0126Q0261
USGS Texas Water Science Center Solicits Shallow-Draft Aluminum Jon Boat, Motor, and Trailer
Buyer
USGS Office of Acquisition and Grants
Posted
August 25, 2026
Respond By
August 31, 2026
Identifier
140G0126Q0261
NAICS
336612
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Oklahoma-Texas Water Science Center, Central Texas Branch-Austin Office, is seeking quotations for a shallow-draft aluminum Jon boat package. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Texas Water Science Center, Central Texas Branch-Austin Office - Point of Contact: Mindie Dixon - Products Requested: - 16-17-foot shallow-draft aluminum Jon boat - Tunnel-style hull, marine-grade aluminum - Accommodates 3 adults and equipment up to 1,300 lbs - Center console with steering wheel and controls - Painted neutral color - Positive buoyancy - Four-stroke outboard motor (Yamaha 70 HP preferred) - 70-75 HP, inline four-cylinder - Hydraulic jack plate and steering system - Digital tachometer and hour meter - Electronic fuel injection, 30-amp alternator - Electric start, forward/neutral/reverse gear shift - Minimum 65-70 degrees tilt - Aluminum trailer - Dexter torsion suspension, vault bearing system - Welded bunk board mounts, manual strap winch, safety chain - DOT approved lighting, spare tire with carrier - Guide posts with LED brake lights, two aluminum diamond tread steps - Hand-crank winch with strap and hook - Meets Interstate highway transportation requirements - Notable Requirements: - Boat must be delivered with title documents and two key sets - Electrical and fuel systems must comply with standards - Vessel must undergo testing prior to acceptance - Delivery required to Austin, TX - Small business set aside under NAICS 336612 (Boat Building) - No option periods; one-time purchase - OEMs Mentioned: - Yamaha (preferred for outboard motor) - Vendors: No specific vendors named; competitive RFQ - Quantities: - 1 boat, 1 motor, 1 trailer - Unique Requirements: - Dual hydraulic jack plates, hydraulic steering, positive buoyancy, and specific trailer features - Compliance with federal acquisition regulations and small business program representations
Description
The U.S. Geological Survey Oklahoma-Texas Water Science Center, Central Texas Branch-Austin Office requires the purchase of a 16-17-foot shallow-draft aluminum Jon boat with a tunnel-style hull, a 70-75 horsepower outboard motor, dual jack plates, hydraulic steering, compliant electrical and fuel systems, and an aluminum trailer. Delivery to Austin TX is, 1 October 2026There are no option periods.Competitive Request for Quotations (RFQ) 140G0126Q0261 is a small business set aside under NAICS code 336612 Boat Building. The size standard is 1,000 employees.Question cutoff: 2 days prior to close of the solicitation The anticipated award date of the contract is 9/1/2026. SAM REQUIREMENT- Offeror must be registered in the SAM - SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT database before an award can be made to them.All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Quotations shall be submitted to Mindie Dixon at mindie_dixon@ios.doi.gov