Description
The U.S. Department of State, via its American Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria, is amending a solicitation to acquire a new Robalo‑type boat (R270 or R300 or equivalent) for government use. The amendment extends the submission deadline to 4 PM Eastern Time on 4 September 2026 and provides clarifications on boat specifications, engine requirements, delivery timeline, import duties, and acceptance procedures. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of the amendment and submit two copies of their proposal. The boat must be new, model year 2024 or newer (2025/2026 acceptable), equipped with twin 300 HP engines, meet defined dimensions, fuel capacity, hull construction, and steering requirements, and be delivered to Tin Can Island, Lagos within 90‑120 days of award. The government will provide launch/berthing facilities, fuel for sea‑trial, and handle customs clearance (excluding VAT).
• Required vessel: Robalo R270/R300 or equivalent, 27 ft 2 in length, 9 ft 6 in beam, 250 gal fuel, 12 person capacity.
• Mandatory twin 300 HP engines; digital electric steering acceptable.
• Model year 2024 or newer (2025/2026 acceptable).
• Delivery window: 90‑120 days after award to Tin Can Island, Lagos.
• Government provides launch site, fuel for sea trial, and customs clearance (no VAT).
• Warranty/return policy must be provided; manufacturer warranty alone is insufficient.
• Submission deadline: 04 Sept 2026, 4 PM EST; two copies required; acknowledgment of amendment mandatory.