City of Columbus #RFQ033863

One fully equipped police patrol boat with trailer and marine electronics

The City of Columbus is seeking one fully equipped patrol boat for police operations on city waterways. - Government buyer: City of Columbus, Department of Public Safety, Division of Police; delivery coordination with the Division of Fleet Management. - OEMs named: Fluid (Patrol23 or similar boat), FLIR (M232 thermal camera), and Raymarine (navigation and sonar electronics). - Requested package: One new 23–26 ft patrol boat, one aluminum dual-axle trailer, and specified thermal imaging, navigation, communications, electrical, safety, and law-enforcement equipment. - Boat requirements: Minimum 2,500 lb capacity and seating for 10; heavy-duty fiberglass hull, removable military-grade Hypalon tubes, 60–85 gallon fuel tank, and a single four-stroke engine rated at least 225 hp. The package also calls for a jack plate, hydraulic steering, console and hardtop, safety and rescue equipment, law-enforcement lighting and siren, a wireless marine safety/security system with operator key fob, and POLICE lettering. - Named equipment and part numbers: FLIR M232 thermal camera (M232); Raymarine Axiom+ 12 RV or similar chartplotter/display (E70639-03); Raymarine RV-100 or similar transducer (A80464); Ray53 compact VHF radio or similar. One two-bank battery charger, 12V outlet, and USB outlet are also required. - Additional requirements: The trailer must include a spare tire, brakes, specified lighting and wiring, tongue jack, fenders, and PVC load guides. A minimum 12-month manufacturer warranty is required. Bidders must document manufacturer-certified reseller status and relevant experience providing similar equipment and warranty service.

Description

The City of Columbus is seeking formal bids to establish a contract for the purchase and delivery of one patrol boat for the Division of Police to patrol the city's waterways. Offerors must document a manufacturer-certified reseller partnership and demonstrate experience providing this type of equipment and warranty service, including relevant work history for the past five years. Bidders must provide documented successful contracts with at least four customers that are similar in scope, complexity, and cost. Delivery is listed for December 30, 2026, to 4211 Groves Road, Columbus, Ohio.

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