Brand Name Justification: APC-FY25-000417

The United States Marshals Service (USMS) has issued a brand name justification special notice for the procurement of two used Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab Short Bed 4WD commercial SUVs under opportunity APC-FY25-000417. This special notice was posted on September 11, 2025, with responses due by September 25, 2025. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 441120 for Used Car Dealers and does not include any set-aside designations. The USMS is specifically requiring Chevrolet vehicles to maintain fleet uniformity across their operations. The vehicles must meet Buy American requirements and include specific engine specifications, safety features, and commercial-grade components.

The primary purpose of this brand name justification is to establish the rationale for procuring only Chevrolet vehicles, citing fleet uniformity as the driving factor for this brand-specific requirement. The procurement will follow FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Commercial Items and includes detailed specifications such as a 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine, 4-wheel drive capability, heavy-duty cooling systems, and advanced safety technologies including emergency braking and blind spot detection. Contractors must ensure the vehicles include features like remote entry/start, leather-wrapped steering wheel, power accessories, and third-row power fold seats. A key requirement prohibits dealers from adding any identification items such as decals or logos to the vehicles. This special notice will be linked to the subsequent solicitation and serves to inform potential contractors of the specific brand requirements and technical specifications before the formal solicitation is released.