Description
The State of Maine’s Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife is seeking a single vendor to supply one (1) 18‑foot aluminum hull boat with a flat‑bottom, side‑console design, complete with a roller‑type galvanized trailer. The boat must meet the detailed specifications outlined in Appendix B, including a 20‑gallon fuel tank, non‑slip vinyl floor, open bow, and configurable seating. Delivery is required at the IFW office in Ashland, ME by June 1, 2026, with FOB‑Destination shipping included. The award will go to the lowest‑priced qualified bidder, and the contract will be governed by Maine’s standard procurement terms.
• Minimum specifications: 18 ft aluminum hull, flat‑bottom, side‑console steering, 20 gal fuel tank, non‑slip floor, open bow, 2–4 seats, roller‑type galvanized trailer.
• Delivery deadline: June 1, 2026 to 63 Station Street, Ashland, ME 04732 (FOB‑Destination).
• Submission: Electronic bid via Advantage Vendor Self‑Service (VSS) by 4:00 PM EDT on April 29, 2026; questions must be submitted at least 48 hours before that deadline.
• Evaluation: Best‑value/lowest‑price qualified bid; warranty and compliance documentation required; standard State of Maine contract terms apply.