Justification for Sole Source Acquisition – GM Defense Chevrolet Suburban Shield Vehicles
Awarded Limited / Sole Source Justification Posted
- Solicitation number
- 15F06726D0000544
- Agency
-
Headquarters Division
Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- Contract number
- 15F06726D0000544 Federal IDV award
- Awardee
- GM Defense LLC
- NAICS code
- 336110 Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
- PSC
- 2320 Trucks And Truck Tractors, Wheeled
- Place of performance
- United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Federal Bureau of Investigation intends to award a sole-source contract to GM Defense LLC for armored Chevrolet Suburban Shield vehicles on a five-year IDIQ basis, with an estimated total value of $10 million.
The justification cites FAR 6.302-1, only one responsible source. The FBI asserts that GM Defense LLC is the only source capable of delivering OEM-engineered armored vehicles with retained manufacturer warranties and safety certification. Third-party upfitters require substantial modifications to critical vehicle systems that void manufacturer warranties, degrade reliability and performance, increase lifecycle costs, and elevate safety risks. Comprehensive market research conducted per FAR Parts 5 and 10, including review of GSA schedules and alternative armored SUV platforms, found no alternative sources capable of meeting requirements without unacceptable technical and operational risk.
The contract is structured with one base year and four option years. Minimum guaranteed quantity is one vehicle; maximum is 20 vehicles or $10 million ceiling. Vehicles shall deliver fully integrated OEM-based armored Chevrolet Suburban Shield platforms with ballistic and blast protection (NIJ Level B6/B7), OEM-integrated drivetrain, suspension, and electrical systems, factory-supported maintenance and warranty, and custom interior executive transport configuration. Specific delivery dates will be established at the task/delivery order level during the ordering period. Contract 15F06726D0000544 was awarded June 12, 2026.
Notice text
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is posting the attached Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition in accordance with FAR 6.305. The justification supports the acquisition of GM Defense Suburban Shield armored sport utility vehicles. The approved redacted justification is attached for public review.
Awarded contract 15F06726D0000544 to unknown vendor for unknown amount on 2026-06-12.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Justification for sole source_Suburban Shield_Redacted.pdf |
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