SUV for GSO/ MOTOR POOL
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Tunis, is soliciting quotations for the procurement of one (1) 7-seat, 4x4 SUV with automatic transmission for its GSO/Motor Pool. This is an UNRESTRICTED opportunity, and award will be a firm-fixed-price purchase order to the lowest-priced, acceptable, and responsible quoter. Quotations are due by June 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a single 7-seat SUV with automatic transmission, 4x4 drive, petrol engine (409 BHP), 5 doors, in Super White or Black. Detailed specifications for tires, suspension, brakes, and interior seating are provided in the RFQ. Delivery must be made to the U.S. Embassy Tunis within 120 days of contract award, along with all necessary vehicle documentation, warranty, and proof of delivery. Contractor personnel involved in delivery must comply with U.S. Embassy regulations.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotations - RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 19TS8026Q0005
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED
- Place of Performance: U.S. Embassy Tunis, Les Berges du Lac – 1053 Tunis, Tunisia
- Delivery: FOB Destination, within 120 days of award. Delivery window: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM.
- Option: The solicitation includes an option to extend the contract for up to 4 months.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations Due: June 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time. No late submissions will be accepted.
- Submission Method: Quotations must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked "Quotation Enclosed for 19TS8026Q0005- GSO/MPOOL - SUV for the MPOOL” to Autumn Muller, Contracting Officer, American Embassy Tunis.
- Required Components:
- Price Offer: SF-1449 (completed blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, 30), Section I Pricing, Section 5 Representations and Certifications.
- Technical Offer (without pricing): Additional information as required in Section 3 of the solicitation.
- Proof of SAM Registration: Including the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest-priced, acceptable, responsible quoter. Acceptability is based on compliance with RFQ terms, and responsibility is assessed per FAR 9.1 criteria (financial resources, performance record, integrity, skills, equipment, eligibility).
- Pricing: Must be firm-fixed-price, including all labor, materials, overhead, profit, and transportation. VAT and customs fees are excluded due to tax exemption.
- Discussions: The government intends to award based on initial quotations but may hold discussions if necessary. No pre-proposal conference will be held.
Eligibility Requirements
Offerors must:
- Be registered in the SAM database at the time of proposal submission.
- Demonstrate prior experience with relevant past performance information and references (international experience accepted if no Tunisia experience).
- Operate an established business with a permanent address in Tunisia or plan to establish one within 30 days of award.
- Provide evidence of necessary personnel, equipment, and financial resources.
- Address their plan to obtain local licenses and permits.
Contact Information
- Primary: Autumn Muller, Contracting Officer (Mulleraa@state.gov, 21671107449)
- Secondary: Besma Mighri (mighrib@state.gov, 21671107418)