Ground Effect Vehicles

PSC Category 2305-P (Ground Effect Vehicles) encompasses a wide range of vehicle types designed for specialized terrain and operational requirements. These vehicles include utility terrain vehicles (UTVs), all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles, electric patrol vehicles, and other ground transportation solutions tailored for challenging environments. The vehicles are typically used by federal agencies for missions involving land management, conservation, law enforcement, infrastructure maintenance, search and rescue, border patrol, and expeditionary support.

Federal contract awards in this category demonstrate significant diversity in vehicle procurement across multiple government agencies. The awards range from $14,000 to $444,900, with most contracts falling between $20,000 and $150,000. Frequently awarded entities include Macgyver Solutions (a service-disabled veteran-owned small business), Federal Contracts LLC, and various small business contractors specializing in vehicle sales. The Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service, Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of Defense are primary funding agencies. Small business set-asides, including total small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, and Indian Economic Enterprise set-asides, are commonly used. Performance locations are predominantly across the United States, with some international deliveries.

Recent federal contract opportunities focus on procuring specialized vehicles for specific agency requirements. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, and Department of State have solicited vehicles including utility terrain vehicles, side-by-side UTVs, snowmobiles, and electric patrol vehicles. Opportunities are predominantly set aside for small businesses and target specific technical requirements such as payload capacity, engine specifications, terrain adaptability, and accessory configurations. Performance locations include military bases, national forests, embassy compounds, and various federal facilities across states like Alaska, Minnesota, North Dakota, and international locations such as Mexico, Italy, and Switzerland.