Description
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fish and Game, is seeking a contractor to support its Division of Marine Fisheries scientific diving program. The work includes providing a full suite of diving equipment, air and specialty gas fills, underwater photographic gear, and comprehensive repair, maintenance, and testing services for all equipment used in year‑round coastal research. The contract will be awarded on a non‑statewide basis with the possibility of multiple awards across coastal stations, and will run for an initial three‑year period with two optional three‑year renewals.
• Supply of scuba and snorkeling gear, cylinders, regulators, dive computers, wetsuits, dry‑suits, masks, fins, knives, lights, and related accessories.
• Provide CGA Grade E air fills, nitrox, and other specialty gases, plus bulk “air cards” as needed.
• Perform repairs, overhauls, and routine maintenance on all diving equipment, including hourly labor rates and discounted parts.
• Conduct DOT‑certified hydrostatic testing, visual inspections, and other compliance testing for cylinders and gear.
• Deliver specialized underwater photographic equipment and accessories, and offer emergency rental equipment at discounted rates.