Bid guide
How to bid on a 2026 Polaris Ranger Crew 1000 Premium UTV for DHS
What the agency is buying
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is looking to purchase one 2026 Polaris Ranger Crew 1000 Premium Pursuit Camo UTV, or an equivalent vehicle. This utility terrain vehicle is intended for the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, Georgia. This is a good opportunity for vendors who can supply specific vehicle models or comparable alternatives.
The acquisition is a firm-fixed-price award, meaning the price you quote is the price you will be paid if awarded the contract. The required horsepower for the vehicle has been corrected to 61 HP.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be submitted electronically to the Contracting Officer by 2:00 PM EDT on July 31, 2026. All questions and answers will be posted as an amendment on SAM.gov.
Your quotation must be received electronically by the Contracting Officer no later than 12:00 PM EDT on August 7, 2026, to be considered for award.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically set aside for Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) small businesses. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 441227 – Motorcycle, ATV, and All Other Motor Vehicle Dealers, with a small business standard of $40.0 Million. The Product/Service Code is 2310 – Passenger Motor Vehicles.
If your firm is a HUBZone small business and specializes in selling utility vehicles or similar motor vehicles, this bid is suitable for you.
How to respond
To respond, you must complete sections 11, 12 (if applicable), and 13 of the attached SF18 Request for Quotation. You also need to fill in the provision and clause sections highlighted in yellow within the solicitation documents. Detailed vehicle specifications are provided in Attachment 1.
All quotations and questions must be submitted electronically via email to the Contracting Officer, Michael Winstead, at [email protected]. Ensure your submission meets the specified deadlines.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review Attachment 1 for the required vehicle specifications. If offering an "equal" vehicle, ensure it precisely matches or exceeds all specified features and performance criteria, especially the corrected 61 HP requirement. Clearly articulate how your proposed alternative meets each requirement.
Double-check that all required sections of the SF18 and highlighted fill-ins are completed accurately. Incomplete submissions can lead to disqualification. Since this is a firm-fixed-price award, ensure your pricing is competitive and accounts for all costs associated with delivering the vehicle to the specified location.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Homeland Security, Department of; the original posting controls.