Flathead Lake Research Boat

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking bids for the purchase of a single 24‑ft research boat to be delivered FOB to Kalispell, MT. The solicitation is an IFB (FWP‑27‑0054) with a sealed‑bid deadline of 10 Oct 2026. Bidders must provide manufacturer’s descriptive literature, a completed cost‑proposal, and accept numerous state contractual clauses (e.g., All‑or‑None award, warranty, insurance, and registration requirements). The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. • Procurement of one 24‑ft research vessel (commodity code 5104 – Boats/Motors) • Delivery required at 490 N Meridian Rd, Kalispell, MT by 22 Sep 2026 • Mandatory bid submission by 10 Oct 2026 2:00 PM MDT (sealed‑bid) • Required documentation: manufacturer literature, cost proposal, acceptance of multiple state clauses • Primary contact: Mary Ellam (email [email protected], phone (406) 495‑3244)