Polar King PKM616 Refrigerated Tandem Axle Trailer

Background
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is responsible for managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people. The agency administers various programs, including habitat and species conservation, marine fisheries management, and fish and wildlife research.

The purpose of this Invitation to Bid (ITB) is to obtain competitive pricing for the design and construction of a custom Polar King PKM616 Refrigerated Tandem Axle Trailer to facilitate Smalltooth Sawfish carcass recovery and transport in support of ongoing marine fisheries research operations.

Work Details
The contractor will provide a new Polar King 16’ Refrigerated Tandem Axle Trailer with a custom winch system designed for sawfish carcass recovery. Specific requirements include:
1. Model PKM616 Polar King 16’ tandem axle refrigerated trailer with spare tire.
2. Custom aluminum ramp mounted to the rear of the trailer, at least 5’ long, capable of supporting 1000 pounds.
3. A 3-4K electric winch mounted on the front interior floor of the trailer, with a plasma line or cable long enough to reach into the water past the end of the ramp (35-45 feet).
4. A 12-volt deep cycle battery with a box mounted to the tongue.
5. A 110-volt onboard charger.
6. A 6500-watt electric start Honda generator package with protective enclosure.
7. Undercoating inside the frame and bottom of the trailer.
8. Upgraded rear bumper structure for ramp attachment points, coated with bedliner for corrosion protection.

Period of Performance
The contract will be effective for one year upon issuance of a Purchase Order, with delivery required within three months from purchase order issuance or by June 30, 2025, whichever is earliest.

Place of Performance
The trailer will be delivered to a location agreed upon by the vendor and FWC Contract Manager.