19--1-2 BOAT HULLS, MOTORS, & TRAILERS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a complete Boat, Motor, and Trailer package. This requirement is for a fully rigged vessel ready for immediate water use, with delivery required to Jamestown, ND by April 1, 2026. Quotes are due by February 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government requires a single integrated package consisting of:
- Boat: A 17-18 foot tunnel hull jon boat (marine-grade aluminum) with a center console, .125 gauge treadplate floor, and 14-gallon internal fuel tank.
- Motor: A Yamaha 75 HP 4-stroke outboard motor with electronic fuel injection and power trim/tilt.
- Trailer: An EZ Loader bunk trailer with a galvanized frame and torsion axle.
All components must be fully rigged and include specific warranties (minimum 1-year for the hull, 3-year for the motor and trailer). Partial quotes will not be accepted; vendors must quote the entire package.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) / Commercial Item
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Delivery Deadline: April 1, 2026
- Response Due: February 9, 2026, at 12:00 PM MST
- NAICS Code: 336612 (Boat Building)
Evaluation
Award will be made to the Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offeror. Technical acceptability is determined by reviewing technical brochures or specifications that demonstrate the proposed equipment meets or exceeds the minimum characteristics listed. Only authentic, manufacturer-certified products are allowed; "Gray Market" or counterfeit items will be rejected.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov. All quotes and questions must be submitted electronically to Kekila Keuma at KKeuma@usgs.gov. This solicitation has been amended multiple times to extend the closing date and clarify requirements.