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Virginia Department of Transportation·Virginia

IFB 160882 IBA Inspection

Closes 6/5/2026$15k – $30kInvitation for Bid
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The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) seeks a contractor to perform annual inspection, maintenance, and repair of 24 Inflatable Buoyant Apparatus (IBA) lifeboats used on the Jamestown‑Scotland Ferry. The work includes certification, preventive maintenance, and repair labor in accordance with VDOT specifications. This is a one‑year recurring contract with the possibility of renewal. • Inspect and certify each of the 24 inflatable lifeboats per VDOT standards. • Perform corrective repairs, including replacement of electrical components and fabric as needed. • Provide all labor, tools, parts, and documentation required for compliance and certification.

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Contact

Kevin Deemer

Key dates

Opened
5/13/2026
Closes
6/5/2026
Duration
1 year

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Engineering Services
NAICS
541330
Solicitation №
QQ-120273

Budget estimate

$15,000 – $30,000

No contract value is disclosed. Based on typical costs for annual inspection of inflatable lifeboats—approximately $500‑$1,000 per unit for labor, parts, and certification—the total for 24 units likely falls between $12,000 and $24,000. Adding contractor overhead and travel expenses, a reasonable estimate ranges from $15,000 to $30,000 for the full year.

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