SAM #12444026P0066

Sole Source Procurement: 2026 Polaris Ranger Crew Utility Vehicle for USDA Forest Service Fire Operations

This notice details the USDA Forest Service's intent to make a sole source purchase of a 2026 Polaris Ranger Crew Utility side-by-side Off-road Vehicle (Model 1000R26T6E99AJ) for wildland fire and hazardous fuels reduction operations. - Sole source procurement to Gainesville MotorSport, Gainesville, GA - Product: 2026 Polaris Ranger Crew Utility side-by-side Off-road Vehicle (Model 1000R26T6E99AJ) - Designed for emergency fire response and hazardous fuels reduction - Must carry 6 people and meet specific safety/operational requirements - Compatible with existing district assets, trailers, and tow vehicles - Justification: Only Polaris model meets technical and compatibility needs; Gainesville MotorSport offers local service and trade-in credit - Estimated contract value: $20,115.11 - Delivery desired by May 1, 2026 - Place of performance: Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, Conasauga Ranger District - Contracting office: USDA-FS, CSA EAST 2, Atlanta, GA - No competitive solicitation; sole source justification only

Technical and business readers should note the unique requirements for fire response, the importance of compatibility with existing assets, and the local dealership's specialized support.

Description

The USDA Forest Service intends to do a sole source award to Gainesville MotorSport located in Gainesville, GA for the procurement of a 2026 POLARIS R26T6E99AJ FIRE UTV. The Polaris 1000 is the only machine meeting the specific technical requirements for emergency fire response capable of supporting wildland fire and wildland hazardous fuels reduction operations and is able to fit on our current trailer. The equipment is consistent with existing district assets to ensure compatibility with current equipment, trailers, and assigned tow vehicles attachments, while meeting operational requirements, safety standards, and maintenance practices already in place. Selecting this vendor provides a distinct financial advantage to the government due to having trade-in credit. Gainesville Motorsports has demonstrated unique local service capability, essential for mission-critical emergency equipment repairs and maintenance.

See the attached justification.  

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