19--Sources Sought Notice - Inflatable Shallow-Water Jet Boat, Motor, and Trailer
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), Anchorage Fisheries Branch, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified vendors capable of providing an inflatable shallow-water tunnel-hull jet boat, 115/80 HP jet motor, and boat trailer. This equipment supports critical fisheries research in remote Alaskan waterways. Responses are due April 23, 2026, by 5 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The USFWS requires a durable, inflatable, shallow-water jet boat system. Key specifications include:
- Inflatable Tunnel-Hull Jet Boat: Approximately 5.5 meters length, 2.2 meters width, engineered for jet-drive outboard integration (e.g., Solar SJT 555 or equivalent).
- Jet Motor (115/80 HP): 115 HP at power head / 80 HP at the jet, with tiller controls. The motor must be installed on the boat prior to delivery.
- Boat Trailer: Configured for inflatable vessels, including three bunks sized for the specified boat.
- Delivery: To the Anchorage Fish & Wildlife Conservation Office, 4700 BLM Road, Anchorage, AK 99507.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (for informational and planning purposes only; not a solicitation).
- Set-Aside: None specified; market research will assist in determining the potential for a small business set-aside.
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 5 PM EST.
- Published: April 9, 2026.
Requested Information from Industry
Interested vendors should submit a capability statement (no more than 10 pages) addressing:
- Company Information: Name, address, UEI, CAGE, point of contact, business size, and socioeconomic status.
- Technical Capability: Ability to meet specifications, proposed products/models, technical literature, and explanation of equivalency for alternatives.
- Delivery Capability: Estimated lead times.
- Past Performance: Experience with similar vessels, motors, or trailers.
- Market Feedback: Comments on specifications, identification of capable manufacturers, and suggestions for refinement.
Additional Notes
This is solely for market research. The Government is not obligated to award a contract or proceed with a solicitation. Respondents will not be reimbursed for costs or receive individualized feedback. Proprietary information must be clearly marked.