Embassy Wellington Vehicle Solicitation

The U.S. Department of State, specifically the Embassy in Wellington, New Zealand, is soliciting bids for a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado VX Hybrid or an equivalent vehicle through solicitation number 19NZ9525Q0005. The procurement requires a full-sized SUV with right-hand drive configuration, featuring a hybrid engine system with minimum 48V capability and combining diesel or petrol power with electric assistance. Key vehicle specifications include 7-seat capacity, full-time four-wheel drive, Euro 5 emissions compliance, and advanced safety features such as autonomous emergency braking and lane keep assist. The evaluation methodology will utilize a Best Value Tradeoff approach, with technical factors weighted at 90% (including 60% for vehicle compliance, 10% for technology features, and 20% for warranty and service) and price at 10%. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by December 15, 2024 at 5:00 PM New Zealand Time, with a strict delivery requirement of 90 calendar days after contract award.

The solicitation is not designated for any specific set-aside categories and is open to broad competition within the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing (NAICS 3361) and Passenger Motor Vehicles (PSC 2310) categories. The vehicle must be sourced from a local manufacturer-authorized dealer in New Zealand and include a minimum 5-year/150,000 km warranty. While specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement is for a single vehicle to be delivered directly to the U.S. Embassy located in Wellington, 6011, New Zealand. The vehicle must be equipped with modern technological features, including a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility, and multi-zone climate control. Vendors are expected to provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating full compliance with the technical specifications and performance requirements outlined in the solicitation.