Specifications Version 2_0001.pdf

Specification Version 2

Two used field vehicles (2 mid-size SUVs) for Mojave desert tortoise research around Las Vegas, NV and Fort Irwin, California. USGS shall test drive the vehicles before finalizing purchase. The USGS location is 160 North Stephanie Street Henderson, NV 89074. Contractor must be located within a 100-mile radius of USGS location and provide a CARFAX report and vehicle VPN when submitting a vehicle quote.

Required Specs needed for the equipment:

High-clearance sport utility vehicle (SUV) to access rocky and narrow unpaved roads;

High-clearance vehicle small enough to safely maneuver over rough and uneven terrain, but large enough to carry five biologists and all associated field gear;

4 x 4 (four wheel drive);

Shorter wheel base (maximum 115 in.);

Higher ground clearance (minimum 9 in.);

Small turning radius;

High approach and departure angles;

Seating for five people and cargo (when applicable);

4 doors;

Automatic;

Air conditioning;

At least one USB or 12V auxiliary power supply port in each vehicle;

AM/FM radio;

Tears or cuts in interior upholstery must be less than 1 inch;

Vehicle exterior and interior color can vary, but must not be black, red, or bright blue.

No older than 2017;

Mileage not to exceed 100,000 mi.;

Total cost not to exceed $40,000;

Vehicle Examples:

Acceptable vehicles such as Toyota 4Runners or similar will fulfill these requirements.