Transmission Overhaul, Marine Repair & Front-Engine Hydraulic Conversion - 41 Foot Fiberglass Workboat

The Virginia Marine Resources Commission is seeking bids from qualified marine repair facilities to perform a major drivetrain overhaul and auxiliary hydraulic system redesign on a 41-foot fiberglass workboat. The scope of work includes a comprehensive teardown and failure analysis of the Twin Disc marine transmission, with pricing required for both an OEM parts rebuild and a full replacement. Additionally, the contractor must re-engineer the auxiliary hydraulic system from a transmission-driven configuration to an engine-front-driven setup for a John Deere 6090SFM85 M3 engine. All work must be performed at a certified dry-dock facility located within a 20-mile radius of Queens Creek Marina in Mathews, Virginia, with a final completion deadline of November 6, 2026. The contract will be awarded on a total sum basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a strong preference for DSBSD-certified micro and small businesses. Bidders must provide at least three professional references for similar projects, a detailed itemized cost breakdown covering labor, materials, and yard fees, and a project schedule including parts procurement lead times. Technical requirements mandate that transmission work be conducted by certified Twin Disc representatives and include precision laser or feeler-gauge alignment. Contractors must also provide proof of insurance and comply with Commonwealth of Virginia general terms, including anti-discrimination policies and state business authorization requirements.