Public Notice - U.S. Embassy Beirut - Request for Quotations - Vehicles.pdf

Date: July 22, 2026

US Embassy Beirut, Lebanon

Procurement & Contracting Office ProcurementBeirut@state.gov

➢ Request for Quotation Number: PR16135171 - Purchase of Vehicles

➢ Response Due Date: August 12, 2026, at 16:30 Local Time

➢ Commodity Code: 2310

➢ NAICS Code: 423110

The U.S. Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, invites qualified suppliers to submit quotations for the purchase and delivery of the following vehicles for official U.S. Embassy use in Lebanon:

1.A - Mid-Size Sport Utility Vehicles

Vehicle Category: Mid-size Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)

Quantity: Six vehicles

Each vehicle shall meet or exceed the following minimum technical requirements:

• New and unused, current model year;

• Mid-size SUV;

• Four turbo or Six-cylinder gasoline engine;

• Automatic transmission;

• All-wheel drive;

• Four doors;

• Minimum seating capacity of five passengers;

• Rearview camera;

• Blind-spot monitoring or side blind-zone alert system;

• Forward-collision warning system;

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System;

• Leather seating;

• Air-conditioning system suitable for local climatic conditions;

• Standard manufacturer-installed safety features, including front, side, and curtain airbags, as applicable;

• Standard manufacturer’s warranty;

• Preferred exterior colors: black, gray, or silver.

Offered vehicles must be suitable for operation and registration in Lebanon.

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1.B - Large-Size Sport Utility Vehicles

Vehicle Category: Large-size Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)

Quantity: One vehicle

The vehicle shall meet or exceed the following minimum technical requirements:

• New and unused, current model year;

• Large-size SUV;

• Six- or eight-cylinder gasoline engine;

• Automatic transmission;

• All-wheel drive;

• Four doors minimum;

• Minimum seating capacity of seven passengers;

• Rearview camera;

• Blind-spot monitoring or side blind-zone alert system;

• Forward-collision warning system;

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System;

• Leather seating;

• Air-conditioning system suitable for local climatic conditions;

• Standard manufacturer-installed safety features, including front, side, and curtain airbags, as applicable;

• Standard manufacturer’s warranty;

• Preferred exterior colors: black, gray, or silver.

The offered vehicle must be suitable for operation and registration in Lebanon.

1.C - Utility Vehicle

Vehicle Category: Utility Vehicle

Quantity: One vehicle

The vehicle shall meet or exceed the following minimum requirements:

• The vehicle will be used primarily to transport members of the Embassy Custodial Team over short distances within the Embassy compound.

• The Embassy is flexible regarding the specific vehicle type, provided that the offered vehicle:

o Accommodates at least four occupants, including the driver; and o Provides sufficient cargo space for custodial equipment and supplies, including vacuum cleaners, mops, brooms, cleaning agents, and similar items.

• Four-cylinder gasoline engine;

• Automatic or manual transmission;

• Rearview camera;

• Rear parking sensors;

• Standard manufacturer-installed safety features;

• Standard manufacturer’s warranty;

• Preferred exterior colors: black, gray, or silver.

The offered vehicle must be new, suitable for operation within the Embassy compound, and capable of registration in Lebanon.

2. Warranty, Maintenance, and After-Sales Support

The supplier shall:

• Provide the standard manufacturer’s warranty applicable in Lebanon;

• Clearly state the warranty duration and coverage;

• Confirm the availability of authorized maintenance and repair services in Lebanon;

• Confirm the availability of spare parts and technical support for a minimum period of five years following delivery; and

• Identify the authorized local service facility that will provide warranty and after-sales support.

3. Registration, Duties, and Taxes

Quotations shall be submitted on a duty- and VAT-exempt basis.

The quoted price shall include all other applicable costs necessary to deliver and register the vehicles for official U.S. Embassy use in Lebanon, including registration charges, license plates, inspection fees, handling charges, and any other associated administrative expenses.

Suppliers shall clearly identify any cost or charge that is not included in the total quoted price.

4. Quotation Requirements

Quotations must clearly include the following information for each vehicle offered:

• Manufacturer;

• Make and model;

• Model year;

• Country of manufacture;

• Engine type, displacement, and number of cylinders;

• Transmission type;

• Drivetrain;

• Seating capacity;

• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating;

• Detailed technical specifications;

• Safety features;

• Exterior and interior colors;

• Warranty terms and conditions;

• Maintenance and repair arrangements in Lebanon;

• Delivery location;

• Delivery timeframe should be less than 90 days as of the date of award of a Purchase Order;

• Quotation validity period should not be less than 60 days;

• Unit price;

• Total price for four vehicles;

• Registration charges;

• Any exclusions, exceptions, or deviations from the stated requirements; and

• Confirmation that the vehicles are new, unused, and free from defects.

Suppliers should also provide manufacturer brochures, specification sheets, photographs, and any other supporting technical documentation necessary to evaluate the offered vehicles.

5. Delivery of Vehicles

U.S. Embassy

Amin Gemayel St.

Awkar, Lebanon

6. Submission of Quotations

Interested suppliers shall submit their quotations electronically to the U.S. Embassy Beirut Procurement

Office no later than:

August 12, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Beirut local time

Quotations shall be submitted to:

ProcurementBeirut@state.gov

The email subject line should state:

Quotation – “Vehicle Quotation”

Late quotations may not be considered.

7. Evaluation and Award

The U.S. Embassy intends to evaluate quotations based on quotes providing the best value for the Embassy in compliance with the minimum technical requirements, warranty and after-sales support, delivery schedule, and total evaluated price.

The Embassy reserves the right to:

• Request additional information or clarification from any supplier;

• Reject any quotation that does not meet the solicitation requirements;

• Accept or reject any or all quotations;

• Cancel the solicitation at any time;

• Make an award without discussion; and

• Award a purchase order to the responsible supplier whose quotation is technically acceptable and represents the best value to the U.S. Embassy.

Issuance of this request for quotations does not obligate the U.S. Embassy to make an award or reimburse any supplier for costs incurred in preparing or submitting a quotation.

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