My Florida Marketplace #FWC 26/27-17

FWC Solicits Three Offshore Research Vessels for Marine Research and Trap Retrieval

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking bids for three offshore center console research vessels to support marine research and stone crab trap retrieval operations. - Government Buyer: - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Purchasing Office - Products Requested: - Three offshore center console vessels, each 25-27 feet in length - Fiberglass hulls with reinforced gunwales - Hydraulic steering systems - Pre-rigged for dual 200 hp Yamaha engines - Includes fabrication, assembly, rigging, installation of FWC-furnished equipment, testing, delivery, and training - OEMs and Vendors: - Yamaha (specified for engines) - No other OEMs or vendors named; bidders must be registered with MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) and SunBiz - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vessels must comply with US Coast Guard and industry standards - Vendor must demonstrate experience in vessel manufacturing - Commercial use for marine research and stone crab trap retrieval - First vessel must be delivered within 8 months of order; additional vessels ordered as needed - Estimated contract value is $285,000 for three vessels - Contract term is three years

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking competitive pricing for the purchase of three 25- to 27-foot offshore center console vessels. These vessels will be used commercially for marine research and the retrieval of stone crab traps. Vendors must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace system and with SunBiz prior to the bid opening. The solicitation includes detailed specifications and requires responsive and responsible contractors for award consideration.

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