NE-FORT NIOBRARA NWR- (1) 6x6 UTV with Trade-Ins   2

Background
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is issuing this solicitation for the Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) located in Valentine, Nebraska. The purpose of this contract is to procure a 6x6 Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) to support the operations of the refuge.

Work Details
The requirement is for (1) one 6x6 UTV, brand name or equal to the 2024 Can Am Defender XT. The detailed specifications are as follows:

- Model: 2024 or latest model 6x6 UTV
- Color: Fiery red
- Engine: Minimum 82 HP (Rotax 900-1000 cc, V-twin), liquid cooled
- Payload capacity: Minimum 1500 lb
- Towing capacity: Minimum 3000 lb
- Ground clearance: Minimum 13 inches
- Integrated winch: Minimum 4500 lb with roller fairlead
- Fuel delivery system: Electronic Fuel Injection
- Transmission: L/H/N/R/P
- Cargo box dimensions: Minimum 72 x 54.5 x 10 inches
- Cargo box capacity: Minimum 1,000 lb
- Maximum width: 65 inches (to accommodate existing trailers and trails)
- Capacity: Seats up to 3 persons
- Features include a 12v accessory outlet in console, front steel bumper, bench seat with passenger seats flipping up, minimum fuel capacity of 10 gallons, and a factory-installed roll over protection system (ROPS).

Additional specifications include heavy-duty full skid plate, adjustable tilt steering, power steering, estimated dry weight max of 2000 lb, wheelbase minimum of 115.5 inches, and tires rated at a minimum of 10 ply.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this contract is from August 14, 2024, to July 11, 2025.

Place of Performance
The delivery location for the UTV will be at Fort Niobrara NWR, specifically at the address: 39983 Refuge Road, Valentine, NE 69201-0067.