19SF2026Q0010_CapeTown_VehicleSpecifications.docx.docx

This is a Vehicle Specifications document for a federal procurement solicitation (19SF2026Q0010) issued by the U.S. Department of State for the U.S. Consulate General Cape Town. The procurement seeks the supply and delivery of one (1) new Right-Hand Drive (RHD), seven-seater, diesel-powered 4x4 Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) equivalent to a Toyota Prado or similar model for official U.S. Government operations in South Africa. The vehicle must be delivered within ninety (90) calendar days from Purchase Order award and will be procured as an ex-bonded diplomatic vehicle purchase excluding MIDP duty, tax, and ad valorem charges, with the U.S. Government providing a Certificate A for customs duty exemption if applicable.

The minimum technical specifications require a five-door configuration with full-time four-wheel drive, a common rail diesel engine of 2.8 liters or greater producing 150 kW or greater power, an automatic 8-speed transmission, and a fuel tank capacity of 110 liters or greater. Interior features must include seven-passenger seating with black leather material, dual-zone climate control, factory-fitted navigation system, and carpet flooring with rubber mats. Exterior specifications call for black color, alloy wheels with minimum 265/65/R18 tire size, and a full-size spare wheel. Safety features required include a reverse camera with display integration, rear park distance sensors, adaptive cruise control with lane keep assist, automatic door locking, tire pressure monitoring system, illuminated entry, and smash-and-grab safety film on all windows with maximum 35% tint. The contractor must provide a minimum 3-year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty, a 5-year/100,000 km maintenance plan, and after-sales support through authorized dealerships throughout South Africa. Pricing must include on-the-road costs, delivery, CO2 emissions tax, Microdot/DataDot installation, 21-day South African road permit, anticipated price increases, and all associated labor and transportation costs, with delivery to the U.S. Consulate General Cape Town at 2 Redden Avenue, Steenberg Estate.