Description
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is soliciting competitive sealed bids for up to three 25‑ to 27‑foot offshore center‑console research vessels. The vessels will be used commercially for marine research and stone‑crab trap retrieval, must meet USCG, ABYC and state registration standards, and be constructed of marine‑grade fiberglass composites with stainless‑steel hardware. The contract is a three‑year award with an estimated budget of $285,000. Vendors must be registered in MyFloridaMarketplace and SunBiz, and must submit a fully signed sealed bid by October 1, 2026.
• Quantity: up to three vessels, ordered as needed
• Size: 25‑27 ft hull, 8‑ft beam, fiberglass over non‑wood composite
• Requirements: USCG/ABYC compliance, stainless‑steel hardware, specific laminate materials, color, and load‑bearing specifications
• Delivery: vendor responsible for delivery to FWC, warranty, and replacement of defective items
• Contract term: 3 years, no subcontracting allowed
• Estimated budget: $285,000 total
• Bid deadline: October 1, 2026 2:30 PM ET (sealed bid)
• Award anticipated: October 5, 2026