Forestry and Parks - Request for Quotes - Utility Track Vehicle (UTV)

The contract calls for the procurement of a Utility Track Vehicle (UTV) designed for forestry and park operations, specifying detailed performance and equipment requirements. The vehicle must be powered by an 851 cc, 2-cylinder DOHC EFI gasoline engine delivering 50 horsepower, equipped with a VHT-X variable hydrostatic transmission, and a 4WD drive system featuring a limited-slip front differential and lockable rear differential. It must have a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds and a cargo bed capable of carrying 1,000 pounds, with an overall payload capacity of 1,500 pounds and a bed volume of 15 cubic feet. Key features include speed-sensitive electric power steering, roll-over protective structures, heavy-duty motor powered tires on 12-inch rims, a standard 2-inch receiver hitch, and safety and utility enhancements such as a fire extinguisher mount, bush guard, skid plate, and a front winch rated for 3,500 pounds with wired remote controls. Additional equipment requirements include a polycarbonate windshield, vacuum-formed canopy, interior convex rear-view mirror, two side mirrors, factory-applied spray-on bed liner, an LED beacon/strobe light kit that can be magnetically mounted or fixed, and seating for two occupants. The vehicle shall be provided in tan or black, with other neutral colors acceptable. The solicitation is issued by the Government of Canada’s Forestry and Parks department, for delivery in Alberta, and the deadline for responses is February 12, 2026. The contract emphasizes robust design and versatile functionality suitable for demanding forestry and park maintenance tasks.