CAN AM Model: Defender 6X6 XT

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service is soliciting bids on three CAN-AM Defender 6X6 XT vehicles under small-procurement IFB K00R6600015/BPM053620, with bids due November 18, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. EST through eMaryland Marketplace. This procurement is designated for small-business preference under COMAR 21.11.01.05; the state will accept the most favorable responsive bid from a responsible small business, with preference margins of up to 5 percent for non-small businesses or up to 7–8 percent for veteran-owned or disabled-veteran-owned small businesses.

All vehicles must be new, current-model CAN-AM HD-10 Defender 6X6 XT units and comply with Buy American Act requirements. Delivery is to Cedarville State Forest, 10201 Bee Oak Road, Brandywine, Maryland 20613. Work must begin immediately upon receipt of Notice to Proceed or signed purchase order. The contract is firm-fixed-price with no renewal options and includes a minimum one-year guarantee from completion.

Bidders must be registered with the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation and in good standing at bid submission. Insurance requirements include commercial general liability of $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, plus workers' compensation of $1,000,000 per occurrence. Payment is made within 30 days of receipt of a proper invoice following completion and acceptance. Questions close November 11, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. EST. No informational conference or site visit is scheduled. MBE and VSBE subcontracting goals are zero percent.