DNR Carlyle Lake SFWA, AATV Group Purchase

The state and local contract opportunity is for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) to procure three 8x8 Amphibious All-Terrain Vehicles (AATVs) for use at the Carlyle Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area. The AATVs must be capable of traversing various terrains, including deep water and mud, and have a minimum load capacity of 1,000 lbs on land and 750 lbs on water. The vehicles must meet specific technical requirements, including engine horsepower, towing capacity, seating capacity, and ground clearance, and include a winch and bilge pump. The vendor must be an authorized wholesaler/retailer of the AATVs and provide operational training for site staff upon delivery. The vehicles must be delivered F.O.B. to the Carlyle Lake SFWA location. Responses are due by February 2, 2022.

The procurement opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The documents do not indicate any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor do they provide any information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. Similarly, the documents do not include any details on the award value or budget range for the contract.