The U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul is planning to contract the removal and replacement of the engine for their vintage motor yacht, the "Hiawatha." Issuing a pre-solicitation notice, they seek experienced marine engine contractors for the specialized task, which involves supplying and installing a new engine with a five-year warranty while adhering to strict regulatory compliance. The consulate will release a formal solicitation with detailed specifications by August 27, 2024, inviting interested parties to submit expressions of interest by the same date. This project requires meticulous attention due to the vessel's historical significance, and the consulate emphasizes that this pre-solicitation notice is for informational purposes only.
The U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) No. 19TU4624Q1010 for the installation and replacement of the engine on the historic motor yacht “Hiawatha.” Qualified contractors are invited to provide materials and services, specifically engines branded Cummins, John Deere, or Yanmar, within the 250HP-400HP range, adhering to outlined specifications. The evaluation of offers will utilize a Lowest-Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criterion.
Key requirements include removal of the old engine, installation of the new engine with a minimum five-year warranty, and all necessary electronic and wiring components. The contractor must also manage shipping, customs, temporary warehousing, and installation to the designated consulate location.
Offers are due by September 20, 2024, with potential bidders invited to a site visit prior to the deadline. Compliance with all U.S. and local regulations, warranty provisions, and the submission of descriptive literature is mandatory. The total contract price must include all related expenses with no allowances for price escalations after the award. This RFQ exemplifies governmental procurement processes aimed at maintaining historical assets while fulfilling operational requirements.