DNR - Wildlife Resources UTV 2026

The State of Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Office of Resource Conservation, is soliciting bids for the purchase of one Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) under solicitation number 27-422DNR-DIREC-B-54395. The required vehicle must be provided by an authorized wholesaler or retailer and meet minimum technical specifications, including a 4-stroke gas, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine with at least 80 hp and a minimum displacement of 999 cc. The solicitation was posted on October 1, 2026, with a response deadline of October 9, 2026. This contract may be partially or totally funded by federal funds and is subject to various federal and state regulations. Key requirements include compliance with the Build America, Buy America Act, the Davis-Bacon Act for applicable construction thresholds, and strict prohibitions against using covered telecommunications equipment from specific entities such as Huawei and ZTE. Contractors must provide certifications regarding bribery, Illinois Use Tax compliance, and anti-lobbying efforts for awards exceeding $100,000. Administrative terms dictate that payments are governed by the State Prompt Payment Act, and invoices for expenses incurred through June 30 must be submitted by July 31. The vendor is required to maintain general commercial liability and worker's compensation insurance, naming the State as additionally insured. Additionally, the contract mandates adherence to federal equal employment opportunity standards and civil rights laws, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, or disability. All work performed is considered work for hire, granting the State of Illinois exclusive ownership of related intellectual property.