Fort Peck Hatchery UTV

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is conducting a Limited Solicitation (FWP-LS-22-0016) for the procurement of a new utility terrain vehicle (UTV) specifically for the Fort Peck Hatchery. The solicitation seeks a 2021 model or newer 4-stroke UTV with specific technical requirements, including a 3-cylinder, DOHC, liquid-cooled gas engine. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation including manufacturer's literature, a detailed cost breakdown, and warranty information. The procurement requires FOB delivery to 277 Highway 177, Fort Peck, MT 59223, with vendors responsible for all freight costs. The bid was released on September 2, 2021, with a firm closing date of September 22, 2021, at 5:00 PM MDT. Potential bidders must contact Amanda Battin at Amanda.Battin@mt.gov or +1 406-495-3276 for any questions or clarifications. The solicitation is classified under commodity code 5102 for Vehicles - ATV/Snowmobiles & Equipment, indicating a specialized procurement for agency-specific transportation needs.

While the solicitation documents do not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, the procurement appears to be an open competitive bid accessible to qualified vendors. The document indicates a single-unit purchase with associated shipping and handling, suggesting a straightforward acquisition process. Payment terms are structured as Net 30 with 0% financing, providing standard commercial payment conditions. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are noted in the available documentation. The specific budget range is not disclosed, but the procurement is for a single UTV with associated delivery costs. Vendors will be expected to meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the solicitation, demonstrating the ability to provide a modern, functional utility vehicle that meets the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks' operational requirements for the Fort Peck Hatchery.