Armored Vehicles (SUVs) - U. S. Embassy Quito

The Department of State Office of Acquisition Management seeks supply and delivery of two armored sport utility vehicles for the U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador, with proposals due November 17, 2026, and questions due October 23, 2026. This procurement carries no small-business set-aside and is subject to World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreement terms.

Place of performance is Ecuador (Quito, destination delivery). Base vehicles must be brand-new, model year 2026 or newer mid-size OEM SUVs (Toyota Fortuner, Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Trailblazer, or equivalent) with left-hand drive, automatic transmission, 4WD/AWD, minimum 200 horsepower, gray/silver exterior, and current commercial availability in Ecuador with OEM dealer support. Each completed vehicle must achieve NIJ Level III ballistic protection per NIJ Standard 0108.01 covering the passenger and rear cargo compartments, including ballistic glazing, reinforced doors and pillars, run-flat tires on all four wheels, upgraded suspension/brakes/axles, and minimum 90 mph top speed at maximum operating weight. Vehicles must accommodate a three-person crew and 1,000 pounds of mission equipment, including a 19-inch equipment rack (26" W × 32" L × 27" H) and two auxiliary batteries (15" W × 15" L × 12" H) in the protected cargo area. The contractor must provide minimum two-year OEM and armorer warranties with in-country warranty service in Ecuador, maintain ISO 9001:2015 quality management system certification, deliver independent ballistic test certifications, and complete all weight/axle verification, performance validation, and pre-delivery inspection prior to shipment. Delivery is FOB Destination to Quito within 270 calendar days of award, with full fuel tanks and complete technical documentation in English and Spanish. The anticipated award date is December 15, 2026. NAICS code is 336110; PSC code is 2320. Evaluation applies comparative selection based on technical factors and price. Quotations must be submitted in two separate volumes to MambaKG@state.gov by 1600 hours Central European Time on November 17, 2026.