Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs) - Panama

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ISSUED FOR MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION, REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ), OR REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP).

The Government is conducting market research to identify qualified sources capable of providing Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs) in support of operations at Base Aeronaval Cristobal, Colón, Panama.

The purpose of this notice is to identify capable sources, assess industry capability and availability, and obtain industry feedback regarding the anticipated requirement. This notice is issued solely for market research purposes and to provide industry with advance notice of a potential upcoming solicitation. A solicitation has not been issued at this time.

A draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached for industry review. Interested vendors are encouraged to review the draft PWS and provide comments, recommendations, and information regarding their capability to satisfy the anticipated requirement.

Anticipated Requirement

The Government anticipates a requirement for:

• Six (6) Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs).
• Two (2) of the six UTVs shall be equipped with extended cargo beds.
• Place of Performance: Base Aeronaval Cristobal, Colón, Panama.
• The Government anticipates a six month Period of Performance beginning on or about 31 July 2026.

The attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) provides additional details regarding the anticipated requirement. The anticipated Period of Performance is provided for planning purposes only and is subject to change.

Requested Information

Interested vendors are requested to provide the following:

1. Company name, UEI, CAGE Code (if applicable), and point of contact.
2. A brief description of the company’s experience and capability to perform the requirement described in the attached draft PWS.
3. Confirmation of the ability to provide six (6) UTVs meeting the draft PWS requirements, including two (2) UTVs with extended cargo beds.
4. Estimated lead time from contract award to delivery or commencement of performance.
5. Identification of whether the required UTVs are currently available in Panama or would require importation.
6. Comments or recommendations regarding the draft PWS, including any requirements that may unnecessarily restrict competition or could be clarified.
7. Identification of any anticipated risks, challenges, or logistical considerations associated with performing this requirement.

Response Instructions

The Government is particularly interested in identifying vendors capable of commencing performance on or about 31 July 2026.  Interested vendors shall submit responses electronically no later than 13 July 2026; 9:00 a.m. Central Time to: craig.d.dogger.civ@army.mil, erika.g.barrera.civ@army.mil, and vernon.d.shank.mil@army.gov.

Responses should be limited to five (5) pages, excluding product literature or brochures.

The Government will use the information received to support acquisition planning, refine the Performance Work Statement as appropriate, and determine the availability of capable sources. The Government anticipates issuing a solicitation shortly after completion of this market research. Interested vendors are encouraged to begin assessing inventory availability and mobilization capabilities in anticipation of the forthcoming solicitation.

This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation, award a contract, or reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in responding to this notice.