RFP No. FY26-03 Extension Of Proposal Closing Date And RFP Addendum No.1

The Northwest Arctic Borough is seeking a commercial/utility vessel to support transportation, cargo, and community service needs across its 13 remote villages. The addendum clarifies technical specifications, extends the proposal deadline, and confirms that the vessel must accommodate at least four occupants, support cargo heights up to roughly 80 inches, integrate a specific Garmin electronics package, and meet Coast Guard gunwale and rail height requirements. Vendors must provide a design or build‑off that satisfies these criteria and comply with applicable federal safety standards. • Minimum cabin capacity for four persons, preferably a walk‑around cabin with starboard helm. • Deck cargo clearance of approximately 80 inches, allowing full‑size truck loads. • Compatibility with Garmin Panoptix Livescope plus system and 12‑inch Echomap Ultra 2 126sv transducer. • Gunwale height 24–30 inches; rail height ≥ 36 inches per 46 CFR 177.900. • Proposal submission deadline extended to 12 PM (Alaska time) on 3 Feb 2026.