MN Morris WMD - UTV with Two Trade-ins
ID: 140FS226Q0013Type: Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, SAT TEAM 2Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

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All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing (336999)

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MOTORCYCLES, MOTOR SCOOTERS, AND BICYCLES (2340)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a 6x6 Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) along with the trade-in of two existing vehicles, specifically a 2009 Argo Avenger and a 2016 Polaris Ranger, for the Morris Wetland Management District (WMD). The UTV must meet specific technical specifications, including features such as a roll-over protection system, enclosed cab with climate control, and a power-tilting bed, with proposals evaluated based on technical compliance, lead time, and pricing. This procurement is crucial for enhancing operational capabilities in wildlife management and habitat conservation efforts. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by January 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, and can direct inquiries to Dana Arnold at dana_arnold@fws.gov or by phone at 703-468-8289.

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    The Morris Wetland Management District is seeking to purchase a 6x6 UTV with specific features, including a roll-over protection system, enclosed cab with climate control, power-tilting bed, front winch, and undercarriage protection. The solicitation also involves two trade-in vehicles. Delivery must be FOB Destination to Morris, MN, with the contractor responsible for all associated costs and ensuring the product's good condition upon arrival. The contractor must contact Michael Budd three days prior to delivery to arrange a specific time, as the government will not provide labor or equipment for unloading. If the dealer is within 50 miles, the government will handle pickup and trade-in delivery, and this logistical support should be reflected as a cost saving.
    The provided document is an Equipment Trade-In Form detailing a 2009 Argo Avenger all-terrain vehicle from the Morris Wetland Management District. The equipment, identified by FWS Property #F393954, FWS Equipment #10037256, and FWS Asset #568847, has a VIN of 2DGSS0BB3ANH29117 and 347 hours of use. It was last started in December 2025 and ran successfully. The district no longer uses the vehicle for its original purpose of checking waterfowl nest tubes or driving through the marsh due to a change in priorities. The contact for this equipment is Michael Budd, with contact details provided. This form is likely part of a federal government process for inventory management or asset disposal, indicating the agency's intent to trade in or dispose of the equipment.
    The provided document is an Equipment Trade-In Form detailing a 2016 Polaris Ranger from the Morris Wetland Management District. The form indicates the asset is in good condition, runs well, and is still in use, with 347 hours and 1042 miles. Key identifiers include FWS Property #F304917, FWS Equipment #10151192, and FWS Asset #1049452, along with VIN 4XARAA763FT130289. Michael Budd is listed as the station contact. This document is likely part of a government process for asset management, potentially for trading in older equipment as part of a procurement or fleet management initiative within a federal agency like the Fish and Wildlife Service.
    This government Request for Quotation (RFQ) 140FS226Q0013, issued by the FWS SAT Team 2, seeks proposals for a 6x6 UTV with two trade-ins for the MN Morris WMD. The solicitation, due on January 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, requires interested offerors to submit a completed SF 1449, company information, signed amendments (if any), and technical specifications for the UTV, which must meet or exceed attached specifications. A key condition of the award is the acceptance of two specific trade-in units: a 2009 Argo Avenger and a 2016 Polaris Ranger. Proposals will be evaluated based on the ability to meet technical specifications, lead time after receipt of order, and price, with non-price factors being approximately equal to price. Offerors must also provide trade-in values for each unit, the new UTV unit price, and a total price. Additionally, the RFQ includes provisions regarding telecommunications and video surveillance equipment and various representations and certifications, including those related to small business status and federal acquisition regulations.
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