23--DFO UTV FOR INVASIVES INVENTORY
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Dillon Field Office, is soliciting quotes for one (1) 2-seat Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) for invasives inventory. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside acquisition, anticipated to result in a firm-fixed-price, single-award contract. Quotes are due May 27, 2026, at 1400 MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a 2-seat UTV with specific technical specifications, including a 60-inch or wider wheelbase, at least 11 inches of ground clearance, 2500 lbs+ towing capacity, 1500 lbs+ payload capacity, and a multifunction rear cargo box with 1000 lb+ capacity. It must have a maximum 1000cc liquid-cooled, electronic fuel-injected engine, 2-inch receiver hitch, engine braking system, power steering, minimum 83-inch wheelbase, and a certified roll-over protection system (ROPS) meeting ISO 3471, SAE J1040, SAE J2194, or OSHA 29 CFR 1928.53 standards. The solicitation also includes the trade-in of two existing vehicles: a 2014 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 900 and a 2014 Polaris Ranger 800 6x6.
Contract Details
This acquisition is conducted under FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures). The anticipated contract type is a firm-fixed-price, single-award. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 336999 (All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing) with a small business size standard of 1000 employees. The period of performance is from June 5, 2026, to July 17, 2026. Payment will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).
Submission & Evaluation
This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes must be submitted via email to christopher_brailer@ios.doi.gov. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by May 19, 2026, at 1400 MST. Final quotes are due by May 27, 2026, at 1400 MST. Evaluation will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Offerors must ensure their quotes are valid for a minimum of 60 days.
Eligibility
Offerors must be registered and have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Christopher Brailer at cbrailer@blm.gov or 406-896-5196.