Utility Task Vehicles

The West Virginia Department of Administration Purchasing Division, procuring on behalf of the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB), is requesting quotes for a one-time purchase of two utility task vehicles under CRFQ DBS2700000002, with quotes due August 27, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. EST.

The scope covers two UTVs with specified engine, transmission, braking, and heating systems. Addendum No. 1, issued August 18, addresses vendor questions on technical alternatives: gasoline-powered engines are acceptable in lieu of diesel; four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes are acceptable in lieu of front/rear wet disc brakes; continuously variable transmission (CVT) is rejected in favor of variable hydrostatic transmission; and block heater capability is required regardless of engine type selected. Vendors must acknowledge receipt of Addendum No. 1 by submitting the Addendum Acknowledgment Form with their bid; failure to acknowledge may result in disqualification.

Vehicles will be shipped to and invoiced to WVSDB at 301 East Main Street, Romney, West Virginia. Bids are submitted to the Department of Administration Purchasing Division, 2019 Washington Street East, Charleston, West Virginia 25305. The procurement is classified under NIGP commodity code 25101940 (Utility Task Vehicles). Vendor questions were due August 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EST.

The point of contact is James W. Atkins, (304) 558-0094 or james.w.atkins@wv.gov.