Polaris Ranger XP 1000

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, Division of Procurement and Support Services has issued Request for Bid (RFB) No. 19-26 for a Polaris Ranger XP 1000 utility task vehicle (UTV) to be used by Merrimack County for wildfire response and law enforcement patrols. The procurement specifically requires a 2026 model year UTV in black, dark green, or gray, with uninstalled accessories including a full polycarbonate vented windshield, canvas doors, rear polycarbonate panel, and a 10-piece aluminum skid plate. Bid distribution occurred on 8/26/2025, with vendor questions due by 8/29/2025, state responses anticipated by 9/1/2025, and the bid closing on 9/3/2025 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. Delivery is mandated by December 31, 2025, to the DNCR Forestry Warehouse in Allenstown, NH. The evaluation criteria prioritize the lowest cost bid from a responsible vendor meeting all specified requirements, with an emphasis on comprehensive compliance with technical specifications and environmental considerations.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Pricing requirements mandate firm costs in US dollars, inclusive of all delivery and associated expenses, with no additional surcharges or fuel fees permitted. The successful vendor must provide a comprehensive warranty covering 100% of parts, shipping, labor, travel, lodging, and expenses for a minimum of one year or the manufacturer's standard warranty period. Vendors are required to follow Federal Trade Commission Green Marketing Guidelines and provide certifications regarding environmental benefits and recyclable product properties. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement appears focused on acquiring a single UTV for county emergency and patrol operations, suggesting a moderate-value contract aligned with standard utility vehicle pricing in the public safety sector.