This bid is for a custom-built 21.5–23.0 ft research boat and trailer delivered to Waddell Mariculture Center, 211 Sawmill Creek Rd., Bluffton, SC 29910.
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What the job is
Hull: New, heavy-duty fiberglass V-hull capable of operation up to 30 miles offshore; minimum 96-inch beam, 24-inch transom, 60-gallon fuel capacity, all-composite construction with no wood, and foam flotation.
Custom layout: Open bow accommodating a 400-gallon tank measuring 45 inches wide by 72 inches long, with a loaded weight up to 3,000 lbs. Position console, leaning post, and fuel tank rearward; no forward seat, coffin box, or T-top. Provide routing for 3-inch flexible pipe and a factory-installed 3-inch Schedule 80 pipe glassed through the transom.
Motor installation: Mount and wire a separately supplied 150–200 HP outboard, including gauges and controls; include hydraulic steering suitable for 150–250 HP.
Equipment: Lowrance Elite FS9 or equivalent chartplotter/depth finder with sidescan transducer and protective mounting plate; trim tabs with indicators; minimum 1,500 GPH bilge pump with external float and manual switches; LED navigation lights; four stern rod holders and four leaning-post rod holders; reinforced bow and stern lifting points.
Electrical: Dual batteries with cutoff switch; six-switch fused panel with four spare circuits rated for 15A each; wiring, plugs, breakers, and large bow quick-release mount for a 36V, 120-lb-thrust, 84-inch trolling motor.
Trailer: Marine-grade aluminum with minimum 4,500-lb capacity, submersible LED lights, heavy-duty tongue jack, 2-inch ball coupler, four-prong harness, safety chains, bow stop and winch, carpeted treated bunks, and spare hub, tire, and mount.
Warranty and delivery: 10-year hull and transom warranty; fully assembled delivery by March 30, 2027. Please itemize boat, trailer, and delivery costs.
XL Eagle