Towable Sonar

The City of Cape Coral Police Department is soliciting quotes for the procurement of a towable sonar system to enhance the capabilities of its dive team in locating submerged evidence, vehicles, and missing persons. The required system must feature dual-frequency sonar functionality, operate at depths between 100 and 500 feet, and include a towed fish, a sonar processor, and a 15-inch splash-proof laptop for real-time data display. The selected vendor is responsible for the design, integration, delivery, tuning, and support of the equipment, including a two-year warranty. All deliverables must be received by the City of Cape Coral, Florida, by September 28, 2026, with performance commencing within 30 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed. This solicitation, numbered 2026-Q-PD-038-MR, requires electronic submission via the OpenGov portal by August 12, 2026. Awards for Invitations to Bid are based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, while Requests for Proposals are evaluated based on the best interest of the City, considering factors such as technical capacity, experience, and the ability to provide future maintenance. The contract is subject to annual appropriation by the City Council and requires compliance with various federal and state regulations, including the Build America, Buy America Act, Equal Opportunity Employment, and drug-free workplace mandates. Payments will be processed exclusively via Electronic Funds Transfer.