5-Passenger Sedan

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for one (1) 5-passenger sedan for the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, Korea. The U.S. Embassy intends to award a purchase order based on initial quotations, with the possibility of discussions if needed.

• Vehicle Type: Kia K5 Gasoline (5-seater) Signature or equivalent, left-hand drive, 5-passenger seating.

• Color: Exterior Wolf Gray / Interior Martian Brown.

• Origin: Vehicle must be made in South Korea or the U.S.A.

• Model Year: 2026 or 2027.

• Odometer: Must have no more than 100 kilometers.

• Engine: Smartstream Gasoline 2.0 Engine, 1,999cc.

• Transmission: 6-speed automatic.

• Tires: 18-inch alloy wheels.

• Features: HUD & Built-in CAM2, lane keeping assist, blind-spot collision warning, intelligent speed limit assist, smart cruise, heated steering wheel, parking distance warning, 9 airbags, tire pressure monitoring, rain sensor, automatic air conditioning with fine dust sensor, ECM room mirror, 12.3-inch navigation system, fire extinguisher.

• Documentation: Operator's manual in English, technical manuals (parts catalog, service manual, electrical scheme) in English (electronic version acceptable), temporary license plates.

• Contract Type: Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implied to cover the delivery of the vehicle.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission Deadline: March 30, 2026, at 17:00 Korea Standard Time.

• Submission Method: Electronic submission via email to SeoulProposals@state.gov.

• File Format: MS-Word 2007/2010, MS-Excel 2007/2010, or Adobe Acrobat (pdf).

• File Size Limit: Maximum 30MB per file; multiple emails allowed if size is exceeded.

• Required Documents: SF-1449, Section A (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), additional information as required in Section 3, and proof of SAM Registration.

• Evaluation: Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, responsible contractor. Evaluation factors include Compliance Review, Technical Acceptability, Price Evaluation, and Responsibility Determination.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting an offer.

• Questions concerning the solicitation must be submitted in writing by March 23, 2026, at 17:00 Korea Standard Time to SeoulProposals@state.gov.

• Value Added Tax (VAT) will not be reimbursed; the Embassy has a tax exemption certificate.

• Payment will be made within 30 days of receipt and acceptance of a proper invoice.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a pre-solicitation notice for a 5-passenger sedan required by the Embassy of the United States in Seoul, Korea. The government plans to issue the solicitation in mid-March 2026 and it will be posted on SAM.gov. No paper copies will be available.

• Procurement of one (1) 5-passenger sedan.

• The specific contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not detailed in this notice.

• The solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov. The RFQ will contain the actual response date and specific quotation requirements.

• Electronic submissions/responses are allowed.

• Offers should be submitted to SeoulProposals@state.gov prior to the response date and time specified in the future RFQ.

• All contractors must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) Database prior to contract award, per FAR provision 52.204-7.

• Prospective offerors are encouraged to register in SAM prior to submitting quotations/proposals.

• This solicitation is not ready to be issued as of February 27, 2026.

• Place of Contract Performance: U.S. Embassy Seoul, 188 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Korea.

• Classification Code: 2310

• NAICS Code: 3361

• This is not a Recovery and Reinvestment Act action.

• Primary Point of Contact: Helen Y No, Contracting Officer, SeoulProposals@state.gov

• Secondary Point of Contact: Namkoong Kang, Purchasing Agent, SeoulProposals@state.gov