How to bid on a new 4x4 utility vehicle for Brookville Lake, DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense needs one new 4x4 utility vehicle delivered to Brookville Lake in Brookville, Indiana. As part of the deal, the contractor will accept two government-owned items as trade-ins. The new vehicle must meet or exceed all specifications detailed in the Statement of Work.

This is an opportunity for small businesses to supply equipment to a federal agency, with delivery required within 90 days after the contract is awarded.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 28, 2026. Quotes are due by September 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. All submissions must be received by this deadline to be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is set aside specifically for small businesses. Firms that supply new 4x4 utility vehicles and can manage trade-ins are suitable. The relevant NAICS code is 441227, with a size standard of $40 million. Vendors should be able to deliver to Brookville Lake, Indiana, within 90 days of award.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, you will need to view the original source on the federal portal. You may need to click the link twice if it initially takes you to the portal's homepage. While some bids require a free account to view documents, many do not.

All contractors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database before submitting quotes. You can register or update your information on the SAM.gov website. Questions about the solicitation may be addressed through ProjNet. Amendments to the solicitation will be available for download from beta.sam.gov.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the Statement of Work to ensure your proposed 4x4 utility vehicle meets or exceeds all specified requirements. Pay close attention to the trade-in requirements and ensure your quote accurately reflects this aspect of the solicitation.

Ensure your SAM registration is active and up-to-date well before the submission deadline. Since this is a small business set-aside, confirm your business qualifies under NAICS code 441227. Coordinate delivery logistics to confirm you can meet the 90-day post-award delivery timeframe.