Ski-Doo Expedition LE 900 Ace

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, specifically the Office of State Procurement Services acting on behalf of the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, is seeking competitive quotations for a one-time purchase of three Ski-Doo Expedition LE 900 Ace snowmobiles. The procurement requires specific equipment including a Rotex 900 ACE 4-stroke engine, OEM Bombardier factory covers, extra factory belt, mirrors, hitch, USB plug-in, and screw package with tunnel protectors. Additional mandatory specifications include waterproof LED lighting systems with 40 high-intensity LEDs, SAE J595 Class 1 certified micro-lites, and a weatherproof blue LED light head with flasher assembly, specifically intended for Maine State Warden Service use. Quotations are due on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time through the State of Maine's Advantage Vendor Self Service (VSS) electronic procurement system. The evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis, focusing on the lowest-priced qualified bidder meeting all specifications, with delivery required immediately following receipt of order to the specified DIFW location in Sidney, Maine. Proposals must remain valid and binding for 180 days from the bid opening date, and the State reserves the right to negotiate with the successful bidder.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations. Vendors may submit equivalent items with proper documentation, though final equivalency determinations rest with the requesting Department. The State is tax-exempt and will provide an exemption certificate upon request, meaning quotations should exclude federal, state, and local taxes. The solicitation anticipates making one award from this competitive process with no guaranteed purchase commitment. The State reserves the right to negotiate the purchase of additional units at the bid price for six months after the initial award. All submissions will become public records following the award announcement, subject to Maine's Freedom of Access Act, with the option for bidders to mark confidential information with supporting legal authority. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the procurement is for three specialized snowmobiles equipped with advanced features for state warden service, suggesting a potentially significant but focused equipment investment.