Purchase of One (1) Heavy-Duty Off-Road Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) for US Embassy Rabat Morocco

The U.S. Embassy Rabat has a requirement for the provision and delivery of one (1) Heavy- Duty Off-Road Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) in accordance with the specifications and the terms and conditions set forth herein. The U.S. Government intends to award a purchase order resulting from this solicitation to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable (LPTA) quoter who is a responsible contractor, in accordance with FAR 52.212-1. The Government intends to make an award based on initial quotations without holding discussions; however, discussions may be conducted with vendors within the competitive range if necessary. Vendors are advised that offers will be evaluated solely on the mandatory specifications listed below. Additional features or options beyond the stated requirements may be accepted by the Government but will not be considered in the technical evaluation nor factored into the ranking of vendors’ price. Pricing information for any optional features will be disregarded. Quotation Due Date: 17:00 GMT+1 on August 07, 2026. All offers shall be Firm Fixed Price (FFP). The quoted price must include all labor, materials, overhead, profit, and transportation necessary to deliver the vehicle to the U.S. Embassy Rabat. Payment will only be made for items explicitly itemized in the vendor’s quotation. No additional charges not included in the submitted quotation will be considered. The applicable Value Added Tax (VAT) should be separately listed in the quotation or invoice. Delivery timelines will be considered during the technical evaluation. The Government reserves the right to place an order with any vendor whose offered SUV meets all mandatory specifications and can ensure delivery in the shortest timeframe, preferably within 45 days of order issuance. If the awarded vendor fails to deliver within the agreed timeframe, the Embassy reserves the right to withdraw the order unilaterally and procure the vehicle from another vendor. An invoice shall be issued only after delivery of the vehicle and submission of all required documentation. Full payment will be made within 30 days of receipt of a proper invoice. Only official authorized dealers are qualified to submit their bids. SAM Registration: Notwithstanding FAR 4.203-1(b)(5)(ii), the Contracting Officer has determined that it is in the best interest of the U.S. Government to accept quotations from offerors that are and are not registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) database at https://www.sam.gov •Offerors with an active SAM registration need only provide their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number and are not required to complete the information in 52.204-90 since relevant information is found in their SAM registration. •Offerors without an active SAM registration must complete FAR 52.204-90, Offeror Identification, in Section 5, Representations and Certifications. This information must be updated annually if option years are included in the solicitation or award. Interested parties shall submit their quotation electronically to rabatgsocontracts@state.gov. Electronic submissions must not exceed 30MB in total size. In order for a quotation to be considered, you must also complete and submit the following: 1. SF-1449 2. Section I, Pricing 3. Section 5 Representations and Certifications I.II SCOPE OF WORK Heavy-Duty Off-Road SUV for The U.S. Embassy Rabat 1. Purpose & Operational Context 1.1 Operational Environment The vehicle will be used for regular travel between Rabat and multiple remote locations throughout the Moroccan Sahara and mountainous regions. Operations include frequent off-road driving over sand, gravel, rocky tracks, and steep gradients. The vehicle must therefore be engineered for high durability, reliability, and long-range independence. 1.2 Required Vehicle Profile The vehicle required is a four-wheel-drive (4WD) heavy-duty SUV designed for extended off-road operations in extreme conditions, with field-proven reliability in harsh environments and a strong operational history in military, diplomatic, and humanitarian missions. 2. Required Vehicle Characteristics (Off-Road Focus) 2.1 Chassis and Architecture • Body-on-Frame Construction: The vehicle must use ladder-frame (body-on-frame) architecture to ensure exceptional chassis strength, resistance to twisting forces, and the ability to withstand repeated off-road stress. •Structural Rigidity: The ladder frame must demonstrate high structural rigidity to prevent fatigue during repeated off-road flexing. •Load Management: The structure must be designed to support towing, payload, and continuous operation over uneven and unpaved terrain. 2.2 Drivetrain and Off-Road Controls •Four-Wheel Drive System: The vehicle shall be equipped with a heavy-duty four-wheel-drive (4WD) system capable of sustained operation on paved roads, sand, gravel, rocky terrain, and steep gradients. •Traction Capability: The drivetrain shall provide features necessary to maximize traction in challenging off-road conditions, including low-range gearing and differential-locking capability or equivalent traction-enhancing technology. •Off-Road Driving Assistance: The vehicle should include selectable terrain management modes or equivalent systems that optimize vehicle performance for various off-road surfaces such as sand, mud, rocks, and loose gravel. •Descent and Hill Control: The vehicle should include systems that assist the driver during steep ascents and descents while maintaining vehicle stability. •Heavy-Duty Components: Axles, transfer case, and driveline components shall be designed for continuous heavy-duty off-road operation under full payload. 2.3 Powertrain & Climate Adaptation •Climate Resilience: Engine and transmission must have a proven track record in harsh climates, including high heat, sand exposure, and remote-area operation. •Performance Stabil…