Praia - Toyota Fortuner or equivalent vehicle - PR15073160

The U.S. Embassy in Praia, Cabo Verde, is seeking a quotation for a 3-row 4x4 vehicle, specifically a Toyota Fortuner or equivalent model designed for the African market. The Department of State is conducting this procurement through a Request for Quotations (RFQ) numbered 19CV1025Q0001, inviting interested companies to submit electronic proposals by January 31st at 17:00 local time. The vehicle must meet specific technical requirements, including a minimum passenger capacity of 7, diesel or gasoline fuel type, automatic transmission, and various standard features such as power steering, air conditioning, and safety systems like front ABS and airbags. Prospective quoters must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov), particularly if the order exceeds $30,000. Submissions must be sent via email to PraiaProcurement@state.gov with the specified subject line to be considered.

The solicitation does not indicate a specific set-aside designation, suggesting the procurement is open to all qualified vendors. The vehicle procurement is for the U.S. Embassy in Praia, Cabo Verde, which will serve as the place of performance. While no specific award value is mentioned, the procurement falls under the Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing NAICS category (3363) and the Equipment and Materials Testing PSC category (H223). The required vehicle must have a minimum city mileage of 12 kilometers per liter, an engine displacement of 2755 cc, 4 cylinders, and a fuel tank capacity of at least 80 liters. The procurement includes shipping costs to Praia, and vendors are expected to provide a guaranteed delivery timeline with their quotation. The comprehensive specifications suggest the embassy requires a robust, reliable vehicle suited to local driving conditions.