SLED Opportunity · FLORIDA · COUNTY OF COLLIER, FL

    Purchase of Ski Boat for Sudgen Regional Park

    Issued by County of Collier, FL
    countyRFQCounty of Collier, FLSol. 249491
    Closed
    STATUS
    Closed
    due Apr 15, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    Mar 30, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    County of
    county
    NAICS CODE
    336612
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    Collier County seeks proposals for two new 2026 model ski boats and one trailer to support the water ski program at Sugden Regional Park. The boats must meet detailed specifications and include delivery, manuals, and insurance compliance. Submission deadline is April 15, 2026.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    249491
    Type / RFx
    RFQ
    Status
    open
    Level
    county
    Published Date
    March 30, 2026
    Due Date
    April 15, 2026
    NAICS Code
    336612AI guide
    State
    Florida
    Agency
    County of Collier, FL

    Description

    The Collier County Parks and Recreation Division is requesting proposals from qualified vendors for the purchase of two new ski boats. The boats will support the water ski program at Sugden Regional Park, which provides instruction to a diverse range of participants—including children, teens, adults, seniors, and individuals with disabilities—on how to water ski & wake-surf.

    Background

    Sugden Regional Park, located at 4284 Avalon Drive, Naples, FL 34112, is a premier recreational destination featuring:

    • A playground and open play areas
    • Picnic areas and pavilions
    • An amphitheater
    • A fishing pier
    • Restroom facilities
    • A paved fitness trail
    • A 60-acre lake (Lake Avalon) and swimming beach

    The new ski boat will enhance the park’s ability to deliver inclusive and high-quality programming for the community.

    Project Details

    • Reference ID: QQ-2026-112
    • Department: Parks & Recreation
    • Department Head: James Hanrahan (Division Director)

    Important Dates

    • Questions Due: 2026-04-17T19:00:00.000Z
    • Pre-Proposal Meeting: 2026-04-06T14:00:00.000Z — 4284 Avalon Drive, Naples, FL 34112

    Addenda

    • Addendum #1 (released 2026-04-10T16:51:46.416Z) —

      Please use the See What Changed link to view all the changes made by this addendum.

    Evaluation Criteria

    • Product Specifications

      A. Ski Boats (2 Units)

      • Model Year: 2026 (Unit must be new)
      • Length: 20 ft. 
      • Rear Platform: 1'8" - 2'0"
      • Beam: 94" - 98"
      • Draft: 22" - 24"
      • Hull:  Fiberglass 
      • Tracking Fins: 3
      • Seating Capacity:  5 - 6 persons
      • Color: White, with a bright color for visibility contrast and safety on the water
      • Type: Specifically designed for skiing & wake surfing
      • Compliance: Tournament-approved three-event waterski boat
      • Manufacturer: Manufacture must possess a minimum 10 years of experience. 
      • Engine: 
        • Type: Inboard 
        • Engine Base: GM Base 
        • Size: 6.2L minimum 
        • Horsepower: 450 
        • Torque: 450 minimum 
        • Cooling System: Closed, Water Cooled 
        • Fuel Capacity: 25 gal minimum - 32 gal maximum
        • Engine Warranty: 5 year/1,000 hours minimum 
      • Features:
        • Zero-Off GPS speed control
        • Bimini top (deck mounted)
        • Towable Mooring Cover
        • Premium Mirrors 
        • Windshield that opens to allow bow walk-through 
        • Flooring: synthetic flooring
        • Seating: Stern with bottom & back cushions 
        • Cleats: Stern (2) and Bow (2) 
        • Platform Cover
        • Slide in Walk Thru Air Dam
        • Closed Bow Boat (No seating in front) 
       

      B. Trailer (1 Unit)

      • Type: Tandem axle trailer with disc brakes
      • GVWR: 6,000 lbs
      • Capacity: 4,750 lbs
      • Frame Size: 4" tubular steel (galvanized)
      • Trailer Weight: ~1,250 lbs
      • Tire Size: ST205/75R14C
      • Features:
        • NMMA & NATM certified
        • Self-latching actuator
        • LED lighting package
        • Hybrid crash pad system
        • Spare tire assembly
        • Stainless steel transom straps
        • Integrated runway lighting
        • Bow ladder with tongue step

      C. Manuals

      • Two sets of manuals per Ski Boat. Printed and/or electronic versions are acceptable. 

       

      D. Delivery Information

      • Delivery between the hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm Monday through Friday at Sugden Regional Park - 4284 Avalon Drive Naples, FL 34112. No weekend delivery will be accepted. Delivery will not be accepted on a government recognized holiday. 

       

      *Quote must meet specifications listed. No substitutions to be made without prior authorization by the County. Substitutions or alternate material requests must be submitted prior to the Question & Answer Deadline.*

    • Worker’s Compensation

      Statutory Limits of Florida Statutes, Chapter 440 and all Federal Government Statutory Limits and Requirements

      Evidence of Workers’ Compensation coverage or a Certificate of Exemption issued by the State of Florida is required. Entities that are formed as Sole Proprietorships shall not be required to provide a proof of exemption. An application for exemption can be obtained online at https://apps.fldfs.com/bocexempt/

    • Employer’s Liability

      $500,000 single limit per occurrence

    • Commercial General Liability (Occurrence Form) patterned after the current ISO form

      Bodily Injury and Property Damage

      $1,000,000 single limit per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate for Bodily Injury Liability and Property Damage Liability.  This shall include Premises and Operations; Independent Contractors; Products and Completed Operations and Contractual Liability.

    • Indemnification

      To the maximum extent permitted by Florida law, the Contractor/Vendor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless Collier County, its officers and employees from any and all liabilities, damages, losses and costs, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys’ fees and paralegals’ fees, to the extent caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentionally wrongful conduct of the Contractor/ Vendor or anyone employed or utilized by the Contractor/Vendor in the performance of this Agreement. 

    • Automobile Liability

      $500,000 Each Occurrence; Bodily Injury & Property Damage, Owned/Non-owned/Hired; Automobile Included

    • Watercraft

       $TBD Per Occurrence

    • United States Longshoreman's and Harborworker's Act

      United States Longshoreman's and Harborworker's Act coverage shall be maintained where applicable to the completion of the work.

       $TBD Per Occurrence 

    • Maritime Coverage (Jones Act)

      Maritime Coverage (Jones Act) shall be maintained where applicable to the completion of the work.

      $TBD Per Occurrence

    • Aircraft Liability

      Aircraft Liability coverage shall be carried in limits of not less than $5,000,000 each occurrence if applicable to the completion of the Services under this Agreement.

      $TBD Per Occurrence

    • Pollution

      $TBD Per Occurrence

    • Professional Liability

      $TBD Per claim & in the aggregate

    • Project Professional Liability

      $TBD Per Occurrence 

    • Valuable Papers Insurance

      $TBD Per Occurrence 

    • Cyber Liability

      $TBD Per Occurrence 

    • Technology Errors & Omissions

      $TBD Per Occurrence 

    • Additional Information
      1. Vendor shall ensure that all subcontractors comply with the same insurance requirements that he is required to meet.  The same Vendor shall provide County with certificates of insurance meeting the required insurance provisions.
      2. Collier County must be named as "ADDITIONAL INSURED" on the Insurance Certificate for Commercial General Liability where required. This insurance shall be primary and non-contributory with respect to any other insurance maintained by, or available for the benefit of, the Additional Insured and the Vendor’s policy shall be endorsed accordingly.
      3. The Certificate Holder shall be named as Collier County Board of County Commissioners, OR, Board of County Commissioners in Collier County, OR Collier County Government, OR Collier County.  The Certificates of Insurance must state the Contract Number, or Project Number, or specific Project description, or must read:  For any and all work performed on behalf of Collier County.
      4. On all certificates, the Certificate Holder must read: Collier County Board of Commissioners, 3295 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34112
      5. Thirty (30) Days Cancellation Notice required.
      6. Collier County shall procure and maintain Builders Risk Insurance on all construction projects where it is deemed necessary. Such coverage shall be endorsed to cover the interests of Collier County as well as the Contractor.  Premiums shall be billed to the project and the Contractor shall not include Builders Risk premiums in its project proposal or project billings.  All questions regarding Builder’s Risk Insurance will be addressed by the Collier County Risk Management Division.
      7. Professional Services and/or Consulting Services may require professional liability insurance. 
      8. Environmental services, repairs, construction and/or hazardous materials projects may require pollution insurance.

    Submission Requirements

    • I certify that I have read, understood and agree to the terms in this Quick Quote, and that I am authorized to submit this response on behalf of my company. (required)
    • Quick Quote Instructions have been acknowledged and accepted. (required)
    • Collier County Purchase Order Terms and Conditions. Collier County Purchase Order Terms and Conditions have been acknowledged and accepted. (required)

      Collier County Purchase Order Terms and Conditions have been acknowledged and accepted.

       

    • Insurance Requirements -Vendor Acknowledges Insurance Requirements and is prepared to produce the required insurance certificate(s) if awarded this quote. (required)
    • Pricing Proposal (required)
    • Proof of Status from Division of Corporations - Florida Department of State (SunBiz) (required)

      http://dos.myflorida.com/sunbiz/ should be attached with your submittal.

    • E-Verify - Memorandum of Understanding (required)

      Vendor MUST be enrolled in the E-Verify - https://www.e-verify.gov/ at the time of submission of the bid. E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding or Company Profile page should be attached with your submittal.

    • W-9 Form (required)
    • Any required licenses. (required)
    • Insurance Requirement (required)
    • Watercraft (required)

       $ __________ Per Occurrence

    • United States Longshoreman's and Harborworker's Act Coverage (required)

      $ __________ Per Occurrence

    • Maritime Coverage (Jones Act) (required)

      $ __________ Per Occurrence

    • Aircraft Liability (required)

      $ __________ Per Occurrence

    • Pollution (required)

       $ __________ Per Occurrence 

    • Professional Liability (required)

      $ ___________ Per claim & in the aggregate

    • Project Professional Liability (required)

       $__________ Per Occurrence

    • Valuable Papers Insurance (required)

      $__________ Per Occurrence

    • Cyber Liability (required)

       $__________ Per Occurrence

    • Technology Errors & Omissions (required)

      $__________ Per Occurrence

    • Employer's Liability (required)

       $ __________ single limit per occurrence

    • Aggregate - Commercial General Liability for Bodily Injury Liability and Property Damage Liability (required)

      $_________ aggregate

    • Single Limit - Commercial General Liability for Bodily Injury Liability and Property Damage Liability (required)

      $________ single limit per occurrence

    • Automobile Liability (required)

      $________ Each Occurrence

    • Pricing (required)
      • Choose Option 1 when you have set line items, for example:
        • This is a quote for goods or commodities.
        • This is a public works bid, with a pricing table that can be uploaded into OpenGov Procurement from an Excel spreadsheet.
        • Seeking services for hourly rate schedules.
      • Choose Option 2 when you need vendors to provide you with the line items. 
    • Is this a grant-funded quote? (required)

      If this is a grant-funded quote, please make sure that the approval process is updated to accommodate the grants department's approval. 

      You can invite the grant department to upload relevant attachments by clicking on "Invite" and then adding the relevant user with edit access. 

    Key dates

    1. March 30, 2026Published
    2. April 15, 2026Responses Due

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