Town of Leland - Swiftwater Rescue Craft - ITB # 26-104 (2026)
Town of LelandCity · Leland, NC- Due
- Oct 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Trisha Newton
- (910) 880-7938
The 30-second brief
The Town of Leland, North Carolina is soliciting competitive bids for the procurement of a Swiftwater Rescue Craft package and related emergency response equipment, including Zodiac inflatable rescue boats, Tohatsu outboard motors, NRS rescue rafts, a two-deck galvanized trailer, fuel systems, dollies, pumps, paddles, and electric inflators. This acquisition enhances emergency response capabilities and ensures interoperability with North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) and regional swiftwater rescue teams during severe weather and flash flooding events. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on October 13, 2026, and must be delivered to 102 Town Hall Drive, Leland, NC 28451. The procurement requires factory-authorized dealer status, product warranties, and compliance with specified insurance coverage.
(2) Zodiac ERB 400 in black; (3) Tohatsu MFS 30 DL Professional PumpJet 30HP; (3) Zodiac Z66108 fuel systems; (1) NRS Otter 120D Self-Bailing Raft; (1) Customized NRS Otter 120D Self-Bailing Rescue Raft; (1) 10T716ST-G Two-Deck Galvanized Trailer; (3) ME-140 heavy duty outboard motor dollies; (1) FLO-FAST pump, Cart, Holder, Funnel, And spout; (6) FLO-FAST 50101-R five-gallon utility containers; (16) RSA-60P 60-inch commercial grade paddles; (1) NRS 77100.01 paddle bag; (1) RSA-B10 Electric Inflator/Blower; (6) Tie-downs with Polyester webbing
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting requirements
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Summary
The Town of Leland, North Carolina is soliciting competitive bids for the procurement of a Swiftwater Rescue Craft package and related emergency response equipment, including Zodiac inflatable rescue boats, Tohatsu outboard motors, NRS rescue rafts, a two-deck galvanized trailer, fuel systems, dollies, pumps, paddles, and electric inflators.
This acquisition enhances emergency response capabilities and ensures interoperability with North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) and regional swiftwater rescue teams during severe weather and flash flooding events. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on October 13, 2026, and must be delivered to 102 Town Hall Drive, Leland, NC 28451. The procurement requires factory-authorized dealer status, product warranties, and compliance with specified insurance coverage.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- (2) Zodiac ERB 400 in black
- (3) Tohatsu MFS 30 DL Professional PumpJet 30HP
- (3) Zodiac Z66108 fuel systems
- (1) NRS Otter 120D Self-Bailing Raft
- (1) Customized NRS Otter 120D Self-Bailing Rescue Raft
- (1) 10T716ST-G Two-Deck Galvanized Trailer
- (3) ME-140 heavy duty outboard motor dollies
- (1) FLO-FAST pump, Cart, Holder, Funnel, And spout
- (6) FLO-FAST 50101-R five-gallon utility containers
- (16) RSA-60P 60-inch commercial grade paddles
- (1) NRS 77100.01 paddle bag
- (1) RSA-B10 Electric Inflator/Blower
- (6) Tie-downs with Polyester webbing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Exhibit A: Swiftwater Rescue Craft Bid Form
- Factory Authorization Letters from Manufacturers
- Warranty/Guarantee documentation
- Operations Manual for all products
- Submit to
- Town of Leland, Attn: Trisha Newton, CLGPO Purchasing and Contracts Supervisor, 102 Town Hall Drive, Leland, NC 28451
- Scope location
- Leland, NC
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Town of Leland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Town of Leland, Attn: Trisha Newton, CLGPO Purchasing and Contracts Supervisor, 102 Town Hall Drive, Leland, NC 28451. For questions, contact Trisha Newton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Leland in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the ITB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Trisha Newton at (910) 880-7938. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: (2) Zodiac ERB 400 in black; (3) Tohatsu MFS 30 DL Professional PumpJet 30HP; (3) Zodiac Z66108 fuel systems; (1) NRS Otter 120D Self-Bailing Raft; (1) Customized NRS Otter 120D Self-Bailing Rescue Raft; (1) 10T716ST-G Two-Deck Galvanized Trailer; (3) ME-140 heavy duty outboard motor dollies; (1) FL. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Leland?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Leland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Leland regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Exhibit A: Swiftwater Rescue Craft Bid Form, Factory Authorization Letters from Manufacturers, Warranty/Guarantee documentation, Operations Manual for all products. Review the full document from Town of Leland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Leland, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.