LARO PATROL BOAT RE-POWER

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Patrol Boat Re-Power" project at the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. The government is procuring services to replace existing Mercury Verado 300 HP outboard motors with new Mercury Verado 150 HP inline 4 outboard motors on patrol boats. The brand name justification indicates that Mercury Verado engines are essential due to compatibility with existing vessel components and to avoid significant redesign, safety risks, and additional costs.

• Replacement of one (1) Mercury Verado 300 HP outboard motor with two (2) new Mercury Verado 150 HP inline 4 outboard motors for Item 00010.

• Replacement of one (1) Mercury Verado 300 HP outboard motor with one (1) new Mercury Verado 150 HP inline 4 outboard motor (#2) for Item 00020.

• All work must be performed in accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Offerors must provide relevant technical experience and capability, including three (3) past performance references for the prime contractor and three (3) for each subcontractor.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is a solicitation for commercial products and services.

• The period of performance is not detailed in the provided pages.

• The estimated value is not stated.

• Submission Deadline: Friday, July 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM PT.

• Submission Method: A single PDF file emailed to Contract Specialist Michael Abner at michael_abner@ios.doi.gov.

• Required Information: Completed SF-1449 form (Blocks 23, 24, 30a, b, c), business name, address, SAM UEI, POC information, relevant experience, and specific provisions (52.204-24(d)(1)&(2) and 52.204-26(c)(1)&(2)).

• Evaluation Factors: Offers will be evaluated based on Price, Technical Capability, and Past Performance. Technical Capability and Past Performance, when combined, are approximately equal to price.

• Questions Deadline: Monday, July 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM PT, submitted in writing to michael_abner@ios.doi.gov.

• The acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and identified as a small business for NAICS code 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) or similar.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference. Key clauses include those related to small business, service contract labor standards, and payment via electronic funds transfer (IPP).

• Attachments include: Statement of Work, Patrol Boat Picture, Relevant Experience/Past Performance, Technical Approach, Wage Determination, and FAR 52.204-24 Fill-In.

• Site visits are not applicable.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To replace the existing marine outboard gasoline engine on a 26-foot "Seahawk" law enforcement patrol boat owned by the National Park Service (NPS) at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area.

• Purchase, remove, and install two new marine-grade Mercury Verado 150 HP inline 4 outboard engines.

• Provide all associated controls, cables, wiring, gauges, and mounting hardware.

• Ensure a complete operating system suitable for the vessel's specifications and current transom.

• Modifications to the transom and helm may be required.

• Quote for all equipment and labor.

• Ensure all connections and fittings are leak-free.

• Supply stainless steel propellers.

• Install new electronic displays matched to the engines and integrate with the current Garmin Nav Package via NEMA 2000.

• Provide a sea trial from a launch site coordinated with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

• Address any issues after the 10-hour sea trial break-in period.

• Supply owner's operation and technical manuals (electronic and hard copy).

• Return the old engine on a pallet to the FT Spokane office.

• Replacement engines must meet specific characteristics including fuel/ethanol tolerance (87 octane, up to 10% ethanol), 150 HP each, Inline 4, 4-stroke, water/thermostatic controlled, water-cooled, electric start, electric trim, electronic fuel injected, maximum dry weight of 455 lbs each, 60 Amp alternator system, and appropriate shaft length.

• Systems must be operational to factory standards.

• Period of Performance (POP): Approximately July 20, 2026, to February 5, 2027.

• Delivery of boat to contractor's shop and installation can begin no earlier than October 5, 2026.

• The boat is needed in service through early October.

• Contractor has up to 90 days to complete requirements upon boat delivery.

• Delivery and retrieval of the boat may be handled by NPS up to 130 highway miles from Fort Spokane.

• Brand name requirement for engines (Mercury Verado 300 HP outboard to be replaced by two Mercury Verado 150 HP inline 4 outboards).

• Contractor shall provide material and equipment submittals.

• Best value award based on price and other considerations.

• Sea trials will be conducted by the contractor.

• Final delivery requires operational systems to factory standards.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a fill-in form for FAR 52.204-24, "Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (NOV 2021)". Bidders must complete and submit this form with their quote unless they have already responded "does not" to specific paragraphs in FAR 52.204-26 or FAR 52.212-3.

• Representation (d)(1): Bidders must indicate if they "will" or "will not" provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government.
• Representation (d)(2): Bidders must indicate if they "does" or "does not" use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or systems/services that use them, after conducting a reasonable inquiry.
• Disclosures (e)(1) & (e)(2): If a bidder responds "will" to (d)(1) or "does" to (d)(2), they must provide detailed disclosures regarding the specific covered equipment or services, including:
  • Entity that produced the equipment/service.
  • Description of the equipment/service (brand, model, item description).
  • Explanation of the proposed use and its permissibility under relevant prohibitions.

This form is critical for compliance with federal regulations regarding telecommunications and video surveillance equipment. Bidders must carefully review their offerings and operations to accurately complete these representations and provide necessary disclosures if applicable. Failure to complete this form correctly may impact the evaluation of their offer.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an image attachment, "Attachment_2_LARO_Patrol_Boat_Re-Power_Pic.png", likely intended to provide visual context for a related procurement opportunity. It depicts a US Park Ranger patrol boat docked on a body of water.

• The image shows a rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RHIB) with a cabin.
• Markings on the cabin clearly identify it as a "US Park Ranger" vessel.
• Navigation equipment, including a "GARMIN" radar unit, is visible on the roof.
• The boat is docked at a floating pier.

This image may be relevant to bidders by providing a visual reference for the type of patrol boat involved in the opportunity. It could help bidders understand the existing equipment, size, and general configuration of the vessel that may be subject to re-powering or other services described in the solicitation documents.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the required information for bidders to submit with their quotation package. It serves as a template for providing essential company and team details, as well as project experience and past performance.

• Quoter Information: Requires Business Name, Point of Contact (Name & Title), Address, UEI, CAGE, Phone, and Email.
• Proposed Team: Inquires about self-performance and the use of subcontractors. If subcontractors are proposed, their company name, POC, address, email, phone, and assigned key trade must be provided. The bidder must also describe the work activities they plan to self-perform.
• Relevant Experience & Past Performance (Prime Contractor): Requires details for up to three projects, including Project Title, Contract # (if known), Agency/Owner, Dollar Amount, Performance Period, a description of how the project is similar to the current requirement, and Past Performance Reference contact information (Name, Title, Phone, Email).
• Relevant Experience & Past Performance (Subcontractor): Similar to the prime contractor section, this requires details for up to three subcontractor projects, including Project Title, Contract # (if known), Agency/Owner, Dollar Amount, Performance Period, a description of similarity to the current requirement, and Past Performance Reference contact information.

Bidders must complete all sections of this document accurately to be considered responsive. The information provided here will be used to assess the bidder's qualifications, team structure, and relevant experience. Failure to provide complete information may result in disqualification.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the requirements for the Technical Approach section of a proposal. It serves as a guide for bidders to demonstrate their understanding of the project requirements and their capabilities.

• Work Plan: Bidders must provide a brief work plan.
• Understanding of Requirements: The plan should demonstrate comprehension of the SOW requirements.
• Capabilities and Experience: Highlight the bidder's relevant skills and past performance.
• Staffing: Include the number of workers by job classification.
• Work Schedule: A tentative work schedule should be provided.
• Phasing: Describe how the work will be phased.
• Equipment: List the equipment expected to be used.

Bidders must submit a detailed technical approach that goes beyond a simple restatement of the SOW requirements. Failure to do so may result in the quote being deemed non-responsive. This document is critical for proposal preparation and evaluation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act, establishing minimum wage and fringe benefit rates for various occupations in the state of Washington. It is intended to inform contractors of the required compensation for employees working on covered contracts.

• Lists occupational codes and titles.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Includes footnotes for specific conditions and requirements (e.g., computer employees, night/Sunday pay, hazardous pay).
• Outlines general benefits such as vacation and holidays.
• Details the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these minimum wage and benefit requirements can lead to contract violations. The document helps bidders understand the labor cost implications for the specific geographic area and occupational categories relevant to the opportunity.