Two (2) utility terrain vehicles

The West Virginia Division of Forestry is requesting quotes for two utility terrain vehicles under ARFQ 0305 FOR2700000003, with bids due September 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. EST and a mandatory pre-bid meeting required for all bidding vendors.

The solicitation specifies 2027 CAN-AM DEFENDER XU 6x6 XT vehicles or equal alternatives meeting mandatory technical requirements: minimum 975cc V-twin liquid-cooled engine, CVT transmission with electronic drive belt protection, selectable 4WD/6WD drive modes with locking differential, power tilt cargo bed (minimum 72 inches long by 54 inches wide), 4,500 lb winch with synthetic cable, minimum 1,000 lb bed capacity, 2,500 lb towing capacity, three-person passenger capacity, and minimum one-year warranty. Delivery is F.O.B. destination to Charleston, West Virginia, within 60 working days after receiving a purchase order or notice to proceed.

Contract award will be made to the lowest overall total cost vendor meeting all required specifications. Bidders must provide cost per unit for each UTV on the state-supplied Exhibit A pricing page; alternate pricing formats will result in disqualification. Pricing must remain firm for the life of the contract. This is a one-time purchase with no renewal options.

Vendors must maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance and Automobile Liability Insurance at $1,000,000 per occurrence, accept payment by electronic funds transfer or P-Card, and submit bids electronically through wvOASIS. Vendors must acknowledge receipt of all addenda to avoid disqualification. Questions are due September 22, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. EST. Inquiries should be directed to Rachel S. Perry, buyer, at (304) 558-2788 or rachel.s.perry@wv.gov.