Vehicle Solicitation 19NZ9525Q0005.pdf

SBU - CONTRACTING AND ACQUISITIONS

1. General Overview

The U.S. Embassy Wellington seeks to procure a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado VX Hybrid or a vehicle with equivalent specifications. The vehicle must meet operational, safety, and environmental requirements while offering robust performance and advanced features suitable for both urban and rural conditions.

2. Technical Specifications

2.1 Vehicle Type and Dimensions

• Type: Full-sized SUV, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado VX Hybrid or similar.

• Minimum width: 1900 mm; maximum width: 2000 mm.

• Minimum height: 1900 mm; maximum height: 2000 mm.

• Configuration: Right-hand drive (RHD) for compliance with New Zealand standards.

• Seating: 7 seats minimum, with second-row 60/40 split and third-row 50/50 split folding capability.

2.2 Powertrain and Performance

• Engine:

o Hybrid engine system with a minimum 48V hybrid capability, combining diesel or petrol power with electric assistance.

o Equivalent to the Toyota Prado VX Hybrid’s 2.8L hybrid diesel system, or better.

• Emissions: Must comply with Euro 5 standards or higher.

• Drive System: Full-time four-wheel drive (4WD).

• Ground Clearance: Minimum 200 mm, suitable for light off-road conditions.

• Transmission: Automatic, with no fewer than 6 gears.

• Towing Capacity: At least 2500 kilograms.

• Fuel Tank Capacity: Minimum 80 liters.

2.3 Safety and Driver Assistance Features

• Safety Systems:

o Airbags for driver, front passenger, and side-impact protection.

o Pre-Collision System with Autonomous Emergency Braking (or equivalent).

o Rear-view camera and parking sensors.

o Lane Keep Assist and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (or equivalent adaptive cruise control).

2.4 Interior and Technology Features

• Infotainment System:

o 12.3-inch color touchscreen display or similar (Toyota Prado VX standard or equivalent).

o Support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for seamless smartphone integration.

o Built-in satellite navigation system.

• Comfort Features:

o Multi-zone climate control.

o Adjustable front seats with heating and cooling functions.

• Connectivity:

o Minimum 5 USB charging ports, including at least one USB-C port.

2.5 Exterior Features

• Color: Graphite or white preferred.

• Wheels: Minimum 18-inch alloy wheels.

• Accessories:

o Factory-installed towing kit.

o Slimline weather shields for window protection.

2.6 Warranty and Maintenance

• Warranty: Minimum 5 years or 150,000 kilometers, whichever comes first.

• Local Service Availability: The vendor must provide confirmation that the proposed vehicle has a manufacturer-authorized dealer representative in Wellington, New Zealand capable of providing full warranty and maintenance support during the warranty period.

• Service Network: Vehicles without access to a local authorized dealer representative for maintenance and warranty will be considered non-compliant and will not be evaluated further.

3. Delivery Timeline

• Delivery location:

U.S. Embassy Wellington, 29 Fitzherbert Terrace, Thorndon, Wellington, NZ 6011.

• Delivery period: Within 90 calendar days of purchase order issuance.

Evaluation Criteria

The Government will evaluate proposals based on the Best Value Tradeoff methodology.

Proposals will be assessed on the following criteria: technical merit, including the vehicle’s compliance with specifications, features, performance, and warranty; and price. While price is an important factor, technical factors are more heavily weighted in the evaluation process.

Vehicles that lack a local manufacturer-authorized dealer representative for maintenance and warranty services in New Zealand will not be considered. The vendor must ensure that an authorized service network is available to provide ongoing support for the vehicle throughout and beyond the warranty period.

1. Technical Evaluation (90%)

• Vehicle Compliance (60%):

o Extent to which the proposed vehicle meets or exceeds specifications, including hybrid powertrain, dimensions, safety, and performance.

o Must demonstrate equivalence to the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado VX Hybrid in capability and features.

• Technology and Features (10%):

o Availability of advanced infotainment systems (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12.3-inch display).

o Comfort features like multi-zone climate control and USB connectivity.

• Warranty and Service (20%):

o Meets or exceeds warranty terms (minimum 5 years/150,000 km).

o Local service availability in New Zealand.

2. Price Evaluation (10%)

• Competitive pricing in New Zealand Dollars (NZD).

• Consideration of total cost of ownership, including maintenance and fuel efficiency.