accepting the recommendation of the Police Department to authorize the purchase of a shallow-water vessel from Prodigy Boats as a Sole-Source Procurement, in an estimated amount of $87,459.94, pursuant to Section 2-689 of the City Code

CITY OF CORAL GABLES 405 Biltmore Way Coral Gables, FL 33134 (305) 460-5102 PART I: Suggested Vendor Service/Item Description Value PART II: Finance Department / Procurement Division Department Head Signature Date Chief Procurement Officer Signature Date Request for Sole Source Procurement (Over $25,000 requires Commission approval) Section 2-689 A contract may be awarded without competitive bids or proposals when the Procurement Officer, after conducting a good faith review of all available sources, determines in writing, pursuant to a written request from a department head, that the contract by its very nature is not suitable to competitive bids or proposals, as there is only one source for the required supply, service or construction item capable of fulfilling the needs of the city. Department/Vendor Information Sole Source Justification CONTRACT ID:__________________________ Requisition No. Division/ Department Dept. Contact Explanation (Supporting documentation must be attached) SS 2026-074 Police/5050 Prodigy Boats Prodigy Boats is a custom aluminum boat manufacturer specializing in mission-specific vessels for law enforcement, rescue, and shallow-water operations. The vessel proposed for the Coral Gables Police Department is not a standard production model and cannot be obtained through traditional competitive bidding without compromising required operational capabilities. The Department’s operational environment — including shallow draft requirements, low bridge clearance, confined mangrove channels, saltwater exposure, and the need for future equipment adaptability — requires a vessel that must be engineered and fabricated as a fully custom platform. Due to the proprietary hull design, structural construction methods, low-profile clearance engineering, modular mounting systems, and full custom fabrication capabilities required for this vessel, Prodigy Boats is uniquely qualified to supply a boat that meets the Coral Gables Police Department’s stated operational needs. Comparable manufacturers do not offer this combination of capabilities within a single engineered platform. As a result, Prodigy Boats represents the only viable source for a vessel meeting these specific requirements. For these reasons, Prodigy Boats respectfully requests consideration as a sole-source manufacturer for this procurement. NOTE: Commission Approval required. Edward J. Hudak, Jr. Digitally signed by Edward J. Hudak, Jr. Date: 2026.03.10 11:16:23 -04'00' 3/10/2026 Celeste S. Walker-Harmon Digitally signed by Celeste S. Walker-Harmon Date: 2026.03.11 10:24:39 -04'00' 3/11/2026 J. Plemmons TBD Shallow Water Boat $87,459.94 Prodigy Boats 136 Hood Road, Jasper, GA 30143 706-480-4094 January 21, 2026 Coral Gables Police Department 2151 Salzedo Street Coral Gables, FL 33134 Sergeant Guido Antezana, This letter is submitted in support of the Coral Gables Police Department’s request to designate Prodigy Boats as a sole-source manufacturer for the procurement of a custom rescue and patrol vessel. Prodigy Boats is a custom aluminum boat manufacturer specializing in mission-specific vessels for law enforcement, rescue, and shallow-water operations. The vessel proposed for the Coral Gables Police Department is not a standard production model and cannot be obtained through traditional competitive bidding without compromising required operational capabilities. The Department’s operational environment — including shallow draft requirements, low bridge clearance, confined mangrove channels, saltwater exposure, and the need for future equipment adaptability — requires a vessel that must be engineered and fabricated as a fully custom platform. The following characteristics, when combined, establish Prodigy Boats as the only manufacturer capable of meeting the Department’s operational requirements: 1. Purpose-Built Shallow Water / Bay Performance Hull The proposed vessel utilizes Prodigy’s proprietary Performance Bay Hull with integrated running pad. This hull design allows the boat to operate in extremely shallow water while retaining control, stability, and maneuverability in open bay and rough-water conditions. This combination is critical for patrol and rescue operations that transition between narrow mangrove channels and open waterways. Comparable manufacturers typically specialize in either shallow-water skiffs or deep-V hulls, but not both within a single platform. 2. Structural Construction Designed for Law Enforcement Use The hull is constructed using 3/16” 5086 marine-grade aluminum, specifically selected for high- corrosion saltwater environments and repeated impact scenarios. This thickness and alloy significantly exceed the construction standards of typical production aluminum boats. Additionally, the hull incorporates custom-extruded 6061 aluminum longitudinal stringers that run the full length of the vessel, increasing structural rigidity, hull life expectancy, and resistance to deformation during operations in confined or debris-laden waterways. Prodigy Boats 136 Hood Road, Jasper, GA 30143 706-480-4094 3. Low-Profile Design for Bridge and Obstruction Clearance The Department requires the ability to safely operate beneath low bridges and overhead obstructions. Prodigy’s design includes a narrow custom console and a removable light tower/poling platform system that allows emergency lighting to remain at or below console height when necessary. This removable, low-profile configuration is engineered into the vessel’s structure and cannot be replicated through aftermarket modification without compromising safety, wiring integrity, or structural warranty. 4. Narrow Console and Open Deck for Officer Movement The custom console design provides full walk-around capability, allowing officers unrestricted movement during patrol and rescue operations. This layout is critical for boarding assistance, emergency response, and confined-space maneuvering. Production boats typically utilize standardized console dimensions that cannot be reduced without complete redesign. 5. Modular Equipment Mounting and Future Adaptability The vessel incorporates Prodigy’s welded T-Lock track system and quick-detachment mounting points throughout the interior. This system allows the Department to add, remove, or reconfigure equipment — including rescue gear, enforcement tools, and future technology — without drilling, structural modification, or permanent alteration of the hull. This capability ensures long-term adaptability and reduces future fleet modification costs. 6. Fully Custom Electrical and Electronics Integration Prodigy Boats has the ability to integrate the exact electronics, emergency lighting systems, and control layouts specified by the Coral Gables Police Department. Emergency lighting, control systems, and specialized law enforcement equipment will be selected in coordination with the Department. Brand, quantity, configuration, and pricing for these items are to be determined (TBD) pending final specification approval. 7. Single-Manufacturer Accountability All fabrication, welding, structural design, electrical integration, and system installation are completed directly by Prodigy Boats. This provides the Department with a single manufacturer responsible for performance, warranty, and long-term support, eliminating liability gaps commonly created when multiple vendors or aftermarket installers are involved. Prodigy Boats 136 Hood Road, Jasper, GA 30143 706-480-4094 Due to the proprietary hull design, structural construction methods, low-profile clearance engineering, modular mounting systems, and full custom fabrication capabilities required for this vessel, Prodigy Boats is uniquely qualified to supply a boat that meets the Coral Gables Police Department’s stated operational needs. Comparable manufacturers do not offer this combination of capabilities within a single engineered platform. As a result, Prodigy Boats represents the only viable source for a vessel meeting these specific requirements. For these reasons, Prodigy Boats respectfully requests consideration as a sole-source manufacturer for this procurement. If additional technical documentation, drawings, or clarification are required, we are available to assist the Coral Gables Police Department and its procurement division as needed. Sincerely, Chris Lefler Prodigy Boats