Justification for Sole Source Acquisition – GM Defense Chevrolet Suburban Shield Vehicles
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has published a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the acquisition of GM Defense Chevrolet Suburban Shield armored sport utility vehicles. This justification supports a sole source award to GM Defense LLC for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with an estimated ceiling of $10,000,000.00 over five years.
Scope of Work
The FBI requires armored Chevrolet Suburban Shield vehicles featuring:
- OEM-based integration for ballistic and blast protection (e.g., NIJ Level B6/B7).
- OEM-integrated drivetrain, suspension, and electrical systems.
- Factory-supported maintenance and warranty.
- Custom interior configured for executive transport.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Ordering Period: Five (5) years from the date of award
- Minimum Quantity: 1 vehicle
- Maximum Quantity: 20 vehicles
- Estimated Contract Value: $10,000,000.00 (ceiling)
- Published Date: June 11, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
GM Defense LLC is identified as the only responsible source capable of providing these specific armored vehicles while maintaining critical OEM engineering, safety systems, and warranty support. Third-party upfitters would necessitate significant modifications that could void OEM warranties, degrade reliability, increase lifecycle costs, and introduce safety risks. GM Defense's direct provision ensures OEM integration, factory warranty retention, validated safety performance, and reliable lifecycle support.
Market Research & Efforts
Comprehensive market research, including reviews of commercially available armored vehicles and alternative platforms, confirmed that only GM Defense LLC can provide the required OEM-integrated solution with intact warranty coverage. A Notice of Intent to Sole Source will be published on SAM.gov to allow for potential objections or alternative sources.
Pricing
Anticipated costs are determined to be fair and reasonable based on historical pricing, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), market research, and price analysis. Pricing for individual delivery orders will be evaluated at the time of issuance.