(2) 2026 Utility Terrain Vehicles Q0027

SOL #: 12444626Q0027Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture
Forest Service
USDA-FS, CSA EAST 7
Atlanta, GA, 303092449, United States

Place of Performance

NC

NAICS

All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing (336999)

PSC

Passenger Motor Vehicles (2310)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 6, 2026
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Last Updated
May 20, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 27, 2026, 9:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The USDA Forest Service is soliciting proposals for two (2) 2026 Polaris RZR Trail Ultimate + RT Kit and Winch Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs). This acquisition supports law enforcement operations in forest environments. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals and questions are due by May 27, 2026, 5:00 PM CST.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for two new, current production 2026 UTVs, specifically the Polaris RZR Trail Ultimate + RT Kit and Winch model. These vehicles must be outfitted with specific protective accessories and operational equipment, including:

  • Engine: Minimum 847cc (SOW specifies 875cc, 4-stroke DOHC, 75 HP), liquid-cooled, fuel-injected.
  • Powertrain: Selectable 2WD/4WD with differential lock, automatic CVT, high-performance AWD/2WD/Versa Trac turf mode.
  • Features: Electric Power Steering (EPS), hydraulic disc brakes, independent suspension, 50" trail rated, LED headlights, 560W charging system, 2 bucket seats, windshield, and a minimum 3500 lbs rated electric winch.
  • Protective Accessories: Rock sliders, high coverage bumper, 10" combo light, front skid plate, full skid plate protection, and rear front A-Arm guards. Delivery is required to the USDA FS Region 13 Subregion 8 Law Enforcement facility at 160 Zillicoa Street, Asheville, NC 28801. The seller must provide 72-hour advance notice of delivery.

Contract Details

  • Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, anticipating a Firm-Fixed-Price contract.
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
  • NAICS Code: 811111, with a $9M small business size standard.
  • Award: Anticipated to a single responsible source.
  • Product Service Code: 2310 (Passenger Motor Vehicles).

Submission & Evaluation

Offerors must have an active entity registration in SAM.gov. Submissions must include:

  • A completed total price for the Schedule of Items (Attachment C).
  • A completed Attachment B Experience Questionnaire.
  • Acknowledgement of any amendments. Offers and questions must be submitted via email to shannon.warren-davis@usda.gov. Deadline for Questions and Proposals: May 27, 2026, 5:00 PM CST. Evaluation will involve a preliminary pass/fail compliance check. Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria, considering price, technical acceptability, and past performance.

Documentation Requirements

Successful bidders will need to provide operator, maintenance, service, warranty, and parts manuals, along with the Manufacturer Certificate of Origin (MCO). All vehicle titles and documents must list USDA FS Region 13 Subregion 8 as the owner. Scanned copies are to be emailed to rene.vandenheuvel@usda.gov, with originals mailed to a specified Roanoke, VA address.

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