Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1046-DMF-FW010-132988

Solicitation for Commercial and For-Hire Vessel Support Services for Marine Research

This opportunity from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries seeks qualified vendors to provide commercial and for-hire fishing vessel support for marine research and monitoring in Massachusetts coastal waters. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fish and Game, Division of Marine Fisheries - Purchasing Department - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a rolling enrollment to create a pool of qualified providers - Products/Services Requested: - Commercial and for-hire fishing vessel support services - Vessels must be operated by USCG-licensed captains and, if needed, crew - Support for marine research, including operation of fishing equipment, vessel maintenance, and accommodations for researchers during fieldwork - Vendors responsible for all vessel operations, fuel, maintenance, consumables, and sleeping accommodations for multi-day trips - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vessels must comply with all relevant state and federal fishery regulations - Emphasis on safety, reliability, and communication - Preference for Massachusetts-based small businesses registered with SBPP - Environmental compliance is required - Compensation terms (trip-rates, day-rates, dockside-rates, fuel costs, etc.) determined prior to each trip - Contract Structure: - Establishes a list of qualified vendors for as-needed use - Initial contract duration is three years, with two optional three-year renewals (up to nine years total) - Work is as-needed, with compensation set before each trip

Description

This solicitation is for commercial and for-hire fishing vessel support services to assist the Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) in year-round research and monitoring efforts in the coastal waters of Massachusetts. The contract involves providing vessels with licensed captains and crews to operate fishing equipment and support field research activities. The vessels are responsible for their own fuel, maintenance, and consumables, and must provide sleeping space for researchers on multi-day trips. The contract will establish a list of qualified vendors for as-needed use, with compensation terms determined prior to each trip.

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