Inflatable Lift Bags and Rigging

The City of Cape Coral Police Department is soliciting quotes under solicitation number 2026-Q-PD-039-MR for the procurement of two inflatable lift bags and associated rigging equipment. This equipment is intended to enhance the capability of dive personnel to safely recover submerged vehicles, vessels, evidence, and other heavy objects weighing up to 7,200 lbs in challenging underwater environments. Technical requirements specify the use of RF-welded seams, puncture-resistant EVA/PVC fabric, marine-grade stainless steel shackles, heavy-duty tow straps, and a portable air compressor, all adhering to the IMCA D-016 standard for design and testing. The selected vendor must provide all necessary tuning, support, delivery, and warranty services. The award will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluation factors including resource capacity, past performance, legal compliance, and the ability to provide future maintenance. All bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by August 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The contract requires strict adherence to federal and state regulations, including the Build America, Buy America Act, 2 C.F.R. Part 200, and the Davis-Bacon Act. All delivery costs are to be all-inclusive, and payments will be processed exclusively via Electronic Funds Transfer. Performance will take place within Cape Coral, Florida, with the specific duration determined by the supplier acknowledgement and the official notice to proceed.