SD-FWS lacreek NWR-UTV

The Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking to procure a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) for the Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge in South Dakota through this solicitation. The procurement includes two trade-in vehicles as part of the acquisition, indicating the agency is replacing existing equipment with new UTV capability. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 336991 for Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing and PSC code 2340 for Motorcycles, Motor Scooters, and Bicycles, confirming this is for recreational or utility vehicle equipment. Based on the government files provided, offerors must complete compliance specifications and representations and certifications for commercial items as part of their response requirements. The solicitation was posted on August 4, 2025, with responses due by August 13, 2025, providing potential contractors with nine days to prepare and submit their proposals.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to small business concerns only. The solicitation number 140FS225Q0170 indicates this is a formal procurement with specific documentation requirements including equipment trade-in specifications and compliance forms. No incumbent contractor or current service provider is identified in the available documentation. The procurement involves acquiring one new UTV while accepting two existing vehicles as trade-ins, suggesting the Fish and Wildlife Service is consolidating or upgrading their vehicle fleet at the Lacreek facility. Performance will occur at or in support of the Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge located in South Dakota, with the new equipment likely supporting wildlife management, maintenance, or research operations at this federal conservation facility.