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Sole Source_Apex Electrofishing Boat_FY 27
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The Colorado Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks & Wildlife, is pursuing a sole source procurement for a custom-built Smith-Root SR-16HX APEX Electrofishing Boat and trailer, with an estimated contract value of $126,421.70, to replace an aging 1998 model. This acquisition is justified solely on the proprietary and exclusive technological capabilities of the APEX system, which features patented programmable waveform technology, an integrated data and GPS monitoring system, and a fully engineered hull design that cannot be replicated by any other manufacturer. The boat must meet stringent performance specifications, including the ability to deliver up to 80 amps at voltages from low to 1,200 volts, operate across variable water conductivities with a single unit, and comply with USCG flotation standards, EPA fuel system regulations, and OSHA safety requirements. The vessel will be constructed from 0.125-inch marine-grade aluminum with closed-cell polyurethane foam for buoyancy and protection against Aquatic Invasive Species, and includes a sealed command center, dual-compartment 63-gallon livewell, and a braked aluminum trailer. The contract is limited to a single unit with no option periods or quantity increases, and no competitive bidding is permitted due to the singular nature of the technology. The procurement process follows a Notice of Proposed Sole Source (NPSS1-PMAA-2027000007-1), posted on July 14, 2026, with responses due by July 17, 2026. Offerors are required to submit only a one-page cover letter via email to Jeanette Stroud at the Colorado DNR Purchasing Office in Denver, including vendor contact information and confirmation of their ability to supply the specified boat. No formal contract clauses, FAR provisions, or standard representations and certifications are applicable at this stage, as the notice is pre-award and solely intended to document the justification for non-competitive award. Delivery is to occur factory-direct from Smith-Root's facility in Vancouver, Washington, to Colorado Parks and Wildlife operations, with no specified FOB terms or formal inspection location identified. The boat must integrate seamlessly with existing CPW equipment and trained personnel to minimize transition costs and ensure uninterrupted fishery management operations. The final award is anticipated to be issued no later than March 31, 2027, with no additional line items, options, or subcontracting
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