UTV Salient Characteristics.docx
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This is a Statement of Work document establishing minimum requirements for the procurement of three commercial-off-the-shelf street-legal utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) to support utility, transport, and logistics operations at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The vehicles must be new, current-year production models with factory-installed or authorized OEM accessories only; custom fabrication that voids manufacturer warranty is not acceptable.
The technical specifications require vehicles with a maximum width of 65 inches, seating for minimum three adult occupants in side-by-side configuration, 600-pound cargo box capacity, 1,200-pound total payload capacity, independent front and rear suspension, on-demand 4-wheel drive with selectable 2-wheel drive and locking rear differential, minimum 500cc gasoline/diesel engine or equivalent 30+ horsepower electric powertrain, 4,000-pound towing capacity with standard 2-inch receiver hitch, minimum 10 inches ground clearance, and capability to achieve 45 mph. Street-legal compliance is mandatory and includes factory-installed dual high/low beam headlamps, tail lamps, brake lights, turn signals, hazard flashers, dual exterior and interior mirrors, DOT-approved impact-resistant windshield with wiper, full-size doors with windows, certified roll-over protective structure, three-point seat belts for all positions, DOT-compliant horn and reverse backup alarm, and illuminated license plate bracket. Vehicles must be optimized for paved roads and concrete surfaces, delivered fully assembled, serviced, and fueled to Tyndall AFB ready for immediate operation, and include standard OEM commercial warranty with minimum one-year coverage on powertrain and chassis plus two sets of operator and maintenance manuals per vehicle. This is part of a pre-solicitation sources sought RFI with a response deadline of 1 PM CDT on July 17, 2026, submitted to the 325th Contracting Squadron at Tyndall AFB.
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Street-Legal All-Terrain Utility Vehicle(s) (UTV) Salient Characteristics
Date: June 23, 2026
1.0 Scope and Objective
The purpose of this Statement of Work is to define the minimum physical, functional, and performance requirements for the procurement of three (3) Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) Street-Legal All-Terrain Utility Vehicles (UTVs). The vehicles will be utilized to support utility, transport, and logistics operations across varied terrain, including public roadways where street-legal compliance is required.
2.0 General Requirements
The contractor shall provide new, current-year model COTS utility vehicles. The vehicles must be standard production models, and all parts and configurations must be factory-installed or authorized original equipment manufacturer (OEM) accessories. Custom fabrication that voids the manufacturer's warranty is not acceptable.
3.0 Technical Specifications
The proposed vehicle(s) must meet or exceed the following performance parameters:
3.1 Physical Dimensions & Capacities
| Parameter |
| Minimum Requirement |
| Overall Width |
| Not to exceed 65 inches |
| Seating Capacity |
| Minimum 3 adult occupants (side-by-side configuration) |
| Cargo Box Capacity |
| Minimum 600 lbs |
| Total Payload Capacity |
| Minimum 1,200 lbs (includes passengers and cargo) |
| Suspension |
| Independent front and rear suspension |
3.2 Functional & Powertrain Performance
| Parameter |
| Minimum Requirement |
| Drivetrain |
| On-demand 4-Wheel Drive (4WD) with selectable 2WD; locking rear differential |
| Engine / Power |
| Minimum 500cc (Gasoline/Diesel) OR equivalent Electric powertrain producing minimum 30 Horsepower |
| Towing Capacity |
| Minimum 4,000 lbs equipped with a standard 2-inch receiver hitch |
| Ground Clearance |
| Minimum 10 inches |
| Speed |
| Capable of achieving 45 mph for public road transit |
4.0 Street-Legal & Safety Compliance
To satisfy street-legal operations, the vehicle must be equipped with a factory-installed or OEM-approved street-legal/homologation package. The contractor shall ensure the vehicle includes:
· Lighting: Dual high/low beam headlamps, tail lamps, brake lights, front and rear turn signals, and hazard flashers.
· Mirrors: Dual exterior side-view mirrors and an interior rearview mirror.
· Windshield: Impact-resistant, DOT-approved safety glass or hard-coated polycarbonate windshield equipped with at least one windshield wiper.
· Doors: Full size door with window.
· Safety Structures: Certified Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS).
· Restraints: Three-point seat belts for all seating positions.
· Audible Alerts: DOT-compliant horn and a reverse backup alarm.
· Registration Prep: Illuminated rear license plate bracket/mount.
5.0 Paved Road and Concrete Surface
Must be optimized for main paved roads and concrete pads.
6.0 Delivery and Warranty
· Delivery: Vehicles shall be delivered F.O.B. Destination to Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. Vehicles must be fully assembled, serviced, fueled (if applicable), and ready for immediate operation upon delivery.
· Warranty: The contractor shall provide the standard OEM commercial warranty. At a minimum, this must include a 1-year limited warranty on the powertrain and chassis.
· Manuals: Two (2) sets of operator and maintenance manuals (physical or digital) must be provided per vehicle.
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