DWA DNFH UTV Purchase

The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Walla Walla District is seeking business sources for a supply contract entitled: Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) and Snowplow Attachments for Dworshak National Fish Hatchery.

The work involves the supply, delivery, functional testing, and operator training for two (2) new UTVs, two (2) snowplow attachments, and associated spare parts to the Dworshak National Fish Hatchery located in Orofino, Idaho. The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 441227 Motorcycle, ATV, and All Other Motor Vehicle Dealers, associated with Product Service Code (PSC) 2305 Ground Effect Vehicles. The associated small business size standard is $40 Million.

This sources-sought announcement is a tool to identify concerns with the capability to accomplish the work. This is not a solicitation. Only those companies which respond to this announcement by submitting the requested information (items one through four) will be used in determining whether to set aside this requirement.

1. Capability Statement: Provide a statement expressing interest in this requirement and capability of performing a contract of this scope. Include confirmation that your company can supply current-year standard factory models without unauthorized third-party drivetrain/chassis modifications.
2. Technical Experience: Provide a list of your company’s experience supplying similar vehicles and heavy attachments to government or commercial industrial facilities. Include a brief description of the contract scope, schedule, and contract value.
3. Business Size and Type: Provide a statement of your company’s business size and socioeconomic type (e.g., HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, 8(a), Woman-Owned) under the applicable NAICS code.
4. Service & Warranty Capability: Provide a statement detailing your firm’s capability to meet the warranty and service requirements. Specifically, confirm that an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) factory-authorized repair facility is located within a 50-air mile radius of Dworshak National Fish Hatchery (Orofino, ID).

Submit this information to Chandra Crow, Contract Specialist, 201 North 3rd Avenue, Walla Walla, Washington 99362 or via email to Chandra.D.Crow@usace.army.mil. Your response to this notice must be received on or before 3:00 PM on July 17th, 2026 

Summary of Scope of Work

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers requires the purchase and delivery of two (2) new Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) equipped with fully enclosed climate-controlled cabs, two (2) 72-inch snowplow attachments with hydraulic angle kits, and specified spare parts. The contractor shall provide all vehicles, equipment, transportation, installation of attachments, and training necessary to deliver fully functional, field-ready units.

Salient Characteristics & Performance Requirements

The delivered UTVs must meet strict factory-standard capabilities, including but not limited to:

Category                                                               Minimum Requirement

Engine & Drivetrain                                              Gasoline Engine, Minimum 95 HP, 4-Stroke (3-Cylinder), EFI, Min 999cc. Liquid cooled. 4x4 capable with electronic mode selection.

Weight & Capacity                                                Total dry weight between 1800 – 2800 lbs. Minimum payload capacity of 1000 lbs.

Cab & Climate                                                       Fully enclosed cab with hard roof, swing-out doors with electric windows, fixed glass windshield with wiper, and full climate controls (Air Conditioning and Heat).

Street & Safety Equipment                                    DOT-rated 8-ply tires for on-road use, turn signals, horn, mirrors, seatbelts, mounted fire extinguisher, and LED lighting (headlights, taillights, side/rear work lights).

Snowplow Attachment                                           72-inch straight steel snowplow (min 11-gauge), adjustable angle up to 25 degrees, with push tube system and hydraulic angle kit. Operated via a minimum 4500 LB capacity winch with synthetic cable and in-cab controls.

Delivery, Installation & Acceptance

• Delivery Location: FOB Destination to Dworshak National Fish Hatchery (Orofino, ID) on or before May 30, 2027.
• Installation: The Contractor shall be responsible for the complete installation and functional testing of all attachments, including the snowplow and hydraulic angle kit prior to acceptance.
• Training: Upon successful delivery and installation, the Contractor must provide a minimum of two (2) hours of on-site operator and maintenance training for USACE personnel covering vehicle controls, plow operations, and routine maintenance.

Submittals & Warranty Support

• Pre-Award Capability: Offerors must be capable of providing manufacturer catalog cuts, specification sheets, and warranty information clearly demonstrating the offered items meet all technical requirements.
• Manuals: Delivery must include two bound copies and one digital copy of comprehensive Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals per unit.
• Warranty: The UTVs and all attachments shall be covered by a minimum one-year warranty on all parts, labor, and workmanship without delivery or shipment fees for warranty work.