27CRDWBCLULL-0010G - CanAm Defender (Syfert)

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for the purchase of a new 2026 Can-Am Defender 6x6 Limited equipped with upgraded heavy duty springs or a state-approved equivalent, intended for use in state operations. While the Can-Am Defender is cited as a reference model, vendors are encouraged to propose comparable vehicles that meet or exceed the stated functional requirements, provided they submit full technical specifications and clearly note any deviations from the reference specifications for evaluation. Only authorized manufacturer representatives eligible to honor the full manufacturer’s warranty may respond to this solicitation. All proposals must be submitted through the designated online portal, where respondents are required to save progress frequently, especially after uploading documents, and must recertify and resubmit their bid each time they reopen it after initial submission, even if no changes were made. Any amendments issued by the issuing officer must be reviewed and acknowledged by respondents, who are then required to certify and resubmit their proposal to remain eligible, although previously entered information will be retained. The solicitation opens on July 31, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on August 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM, and all submissions must follow the guidelines posted on the Iowa DNR’s official RFP and bid letting website. Point of contact for inquiries is Colton Lullmann, reachable via email.