Provide Utility Task Vehicle

The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs Western Region is seeking to procure a Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) for natural resource and agriculture programs on Indian reservations. Specifically, the agency is looking for a Polaris Ranger XP 1000 or an equivalent 3-seater utility vehicle with a 999cc engine and 82 horsepower. Indian small business economic enterprises (ISBEEs) are the preferred vendors for this opportunity, with potential contractors required to demonstrate a satisfactory performance record. The contract is classified under NAICS code 336110 with a 1,500-employee size standard, and is structured as a simplified acquisition with an estimated value under $25,000. Interested vendors may submit questions to Randall Brown via phone at (520) 560-2590 or email at randall.brown@bia.gov, with the response deadline set for May 20, 2025.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside beyond the preference for Indian small business economic enterprises. The UTV must meet detailed specifications, including an on-demand AWD/2WD drive system, 14-inch ground clearance, 1,500 lbs payload capacity, and features like a synthetic rope winch and Lock & Ride cargo system. Color options include Onyx Black, Sunset Red, Blue Slate, and Metallic Smoke. The vehicle is intended for rough, remote terrain not accessible by standard vehicles, with additional features such as LED headlights, front and rear poly windshields, USB charging ports, and a 2-inch receiver hitch with a 2,500 lb. towing rating. The procurement process represents a straightforward acquisition targeting a specialized vehicle for operational needs in challenging environmental conditions.