Description
The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking bids for two patrol boats for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The boats will be used for river travel and must meet specific specifications, including all aluminum deep V hull, recoverable foam, anchor guard, and minimum outboard HP of 225 (4 stroke) for boat #1 and 250 (4 stroke) for boat #2. The contract is expected to begin and end on the dates listed in the solicitation, with the possibility of annual extensions at the discretion of the Lead Agency.
• The boats must have a total length of 19-22 ft for boat #1 and 21-24 ft for boat #2.
• The boats must have a minimum beam of 94” and a minimum outboard HP of 225 (4 stroke) for boat #1 and 250 (4 stroke) for boat #2.
• The boats must have a galvanized or aluminum trailer with swing tongue, spare tire, load guides, and brakes.
• The boats must have a full canvas enclosure, bow railings, grab handles, interior LED lights, and port and starboard suspension seats.
• The boats must have a hydraulic steering system, a minimum 50-gallon fuel tank, and a digital throttle and shift.
The successful bidder will be required to provide the goods and/or services described in the RFB, and the contract will not be an exclusive contract.