Inflatable Lift Bags and Rigging

The City of Cape Coral Police Department is soliciting bids for Inflatable Lift Bags and Rigging Equipment designed to enable safe and efficient recovery of submerged vehicles, vessels, evidence, and other heavy objects from waterways. The equipment will allow dive personnel to perform recovery operations using controlled underwater buoyancy, minimizing the physical strain and safety risks inherent in manual lifting under challenging conditions such as low visibility, strong currents, and debris-filled environments. The selected vendor must supply all necessary components and services, including equipment tuning, logistical support, timely delivery, and a comprehensive warranty ensuring operational readiness and long-term reliability. The solicitation, identified as 2026-Q-PD-039-MR, was posted on July 30, 2026, with a response deadline of August 12, 2026. This procurement falls under the State, Local, and Education (SLED) category and is managed by the Cape Coral Police Department in Florida. Proposals must be submitted to the designated point of contact, Tammy Gair, Business Manager, or Milagros Rosario, Procurement Specialist, via their provided contact information. All equipment must meet operational standards set by the department for use in local waterways, and performance will be evaluated based on safety, durability, functionality, and vendor support capabilities.