SOW MERCEDES-BENZ Vito passenger OR Equivalent 10 Seater PR16161180.docx

This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement of a high-executive 10-seater passenger vehicle by the U.S. Consulate Johannesburg. The vehicle must be a Mercedes-Benz Vito or equivalent, configured as a premium VIP transport and corporate shuttle vehicle built on a large-format panel van or specialized luxury minibus platform. Core mechanical requirements include a turbo-diesel engine with displacement larger than 1.9L (2.0L to 3.0L range), a fully automatic transmission, and an extra-long or super-long wheelbase to accommodate 10 seats plus substantial luggage capacity. The interior must feature 10 premium leather seats configured for maximum legroom, high-capacity automatic dual-zone climate control with individual rear passenger controls, heavy-duty soundproofing and heat insulation, and comprehensive ambient LED lighting throughout the cabin.

The vehicle must include advanced technology features such as a high-definition reverse camera with front/rear parking sensors or 360-degree surround-view system, individual USB charging ports at each seating row, and a premium infotainment system. Additional specifications require power-operated sliding passenger doors with safety anti-pinch functionality and deep factory-tinted privacy glass on all rear windows. The RFQ closing date is August 12, 2026, at 12:00, with quotes to be submitted via email to Pretoria_contracting_office-dl@state.gov. Pricing must be quoted in South African Rand with firm fixed pricing valid until September 30, 2026. The U.S. Embassy will not authorize deposit payments and requires fixed-price contracts with no provision for price fluctuations or exchange rate variations. Payment will be made via EFT within 30 calendar days after delivery and invoice receipt. Prospective offerors must register with SAM and provide proof of registration including their SAM UEI number.