New Utility Task Vehicle (UTV)

The Montana Department of Military Affairs has issued a limited solicitation (DMA2020-0051) for the procurement of a new Utility Task Vehicle (UTV), seeking a qualified vendor to provide a single vehicle meeting specific minimum specifications. The solicitation was posted on April 30, 2020, with a closing date of May 29, 2020, and a requested delivery date of July 30, 2020. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive documentation including manufacturer's descriptive literature, point of contact information, federal tax ID, DUNS number, preferred payment method, and warranty details. The procurement uses commodity codes 5102 (Vehicles - ATV/Snowmobiles & Equipment), 5114 (Vehicles - Motorcycles), and 5118 (Vehicles - Specialized Vehicles). The vehicle will be shipped and handled to Fort Harrison, Montana, with payment terms set at Net 30 and options for payment via paper check, electronic funds transfer (EFT), or state credit card. Potential bidders should contact Bob Oliver at roliver@mt.gov or +1 406-324-3331 for additional information, and must strictly comply with all terms and conditions or risk bid disqualification.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors capable of meeting the specified UTV requirements. While no specific budget amount is disclosed in the solicitation documents, the procurement is for a single vehicle to be delivered to the Department of Military Affairs. The evaluation will likely focus on compliance with minimum specifications, vendor qualifications, and the ability to meet the delivery timeline. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their technical capabilities, provide comprehensive product information, and ensure full compliance with the solicitation's detailed requirements to be considered for award.