ND TEWAUKON NWR Plow-Ready UTV with 1 Trade in
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), specifically the FWS, SAT TEAM 2 office under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting quotes for a Plow-Ready Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) with one trade-in for the Tewaukon National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in North Dakota. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price order to the responsible offeror providing the best value. Quotes are due March 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Daylight Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) new plow-ready UTV, including a plow system with installation. A key condition of the award is the trade-in of one (1) 2009 Honda TRX500FA9 ATV, which the government will provide as-is. The new UTV must meet or exceed detailed specifications, including:
- Engine: 900-1000+ cc, liquid-cooled.
- Winch: Minimum 4,500 lb synthetic rope with wireless remote.
- Cab: Fully enclosed hard cab with glass front windshield, wiper/washer, power side windows, and factory-installed integrated HVAC (heat, AC, defrost).
- Capacity: Minimum 3 persons, 1,000 lbs cargo, 2,500 lbs towing.
- Other: Electronic Power Steering (EPS), independent suspension, 12.5 inches ground clearance, skid plates, and a minimum 12-month manufacturer's warranty. The UTV must be configured for plow system installation, including mounting hardware, winch compatibility, and electrical connections. The contractor is responsible for supplying the UTV, manuals, warranty documentation, coordinating the pickup and loading of the trade-in unit, and providing unloading equipment and labor at the time of delivery.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: March 17, 2026, to September 30, 2026.
- Delivery Date: September 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 336999 (All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,000 employees.
- Place of Performance/Delivery: Tewaukon National Wildlife Refuge, 9754 143 ½ Ave SE, Cayuga, ND 58013. Delivery is FOB Destination.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: March 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Daylight Time.
- Submission Method: Email a combined/single PDF file to Dana Arnold at dana_arnold@fws.gov.
- Required Documents: Completed SF 1449, company information (Name, UEI, POC), and a signed SF 30 if amendments were issued. Offerors must provide separate pricing for CLIN 00010 (UTV) and CLIN 00020 (Plow System), along with an overall total.
- Evaluation Factors: Offers will be evaluated based on the ability to meet technical specifications, lead time after receipt of order, and price. Failure to include all required documentation may result in an unacceptable quotation.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Dana Arnold, dana_arnold@fws.gov, 703-468-8289. Technical Coordinators for delivery: Keith Frankki, Lauren Lemmon, Eric Wilson.