production of OEM high- quality and high value armored sedans
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- DEAV-2024-01
- Agency
-
Office of Acquisition Management
Department of State
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541420 Industrial Design Services
- PSC
- Not on record
- Place of performance
- Springfield, Virginia, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of State Office of Acquisition Management is seeking information to conduct market research for a future solicitation to procure armored sedans from original equipment manufacturers. The armored sedans must provide ballistic protection against common centerfire rifle threats while maintaining the appearance and characteristics of the base models. Responses for this pre-solicitation notice are due by February 29, 2024 and should include information on the contractor's technical capabilities, production rates, facilities, security clearance, and socioeconomic status.
There is no set-aside designation for this procurement. General specifications include the accommodation of four to five 180-pound passengers and 180 pounds of luggage in vehicles ranging from the Audi A7 to BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Armored sedans must be available in both left- and right-hand drive and provide worldwide service support through 2028.
Notice text
2 versions
Update #2 · Latest ·
NOTE: Refer to attached RFI for submission requirements.
The Government is seeking information on contractor’s capability to produce high-
quality and high value armored sedans that meet the specifications listed below. Current
production of, or capability to produce, an armored sedan such as listed below:
• Audi A7
• BMW 530i
• BMW540i
• BMW M5
• BMW 740i
• Cadillac CT5
• Cadillac CT5-V
• Chrysler 300
• Lexus LS 500
• Mercedes Benz E 350
• Mercedes Benz E 450
• Any equivalent sedan that has
automotive attributes that are
well-suited to be upgraded
from a GVW standpoint
General Specifications
Detailed specifications may be shared with Sources Sought Respondents upon award of a
subsequent solicitation for procurement of an armored sedan. General specifications for
armored sedans are:
• Armored sedans must provide ballistic protection against common centerfire rifle
threats.
• Armored sedans must be based on series production vehicles and not be easily
distinguished from their unarmored counterparts.
• Armored sedans are required in both Right-Hand Drive (RHD) and Left-Hand Drive
(LHD).
• Armored sedans are required to be Gasoline, Diesel, or Dirty Diesel, depending on
the vehicle’s geographical destination and original equipment limitations.
• Vehicles must seat and account for the weight of four (4) or five (5) passengers
weighing 180 pounds each and an additional 180 pounds in the trunk (luggage
weight).
• Armored sedans must be modified to support the additional weight and geometry of
the armoring design, occupants, and cargo in a manner that preserves the unarmored
ride quality, braking performance, and steering and handling characteristics. This
may include, but is not limited to, adjustment or replacement of tires, brakes,
suspension, and powertrain.
• Armored sedans may require a high output electrical system supplying an additional
1500 Watts of electrical power in 12 or 24 volts direct current.
• Armored sedans require convenient worldwide servicing, technical support, and long-
term spare parts availability and support network (both CONUS and OCONUS).
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
Procurement Sensitive
• Armored sedans must have an extended production period through at least 2028 in the
proposed configuration.
Update #1 ·
The Government is seeking information on contractor’s capability to produce high-
quality and high value armored sedans that meet the specifications listed below. Current
production of, or capability to produce, an armored sedan such as listed below:
• Audi A7
• BMW 530i
• BMW540i
• BMW M5
• BMW 740i
• Cadillac CT5
• Cadillac CT5-V
• Chrysler 300
• Lexus LS 500
• Mercedes Benz E 350
• Mercedes Benz E 450
• Any equivalent sedan that has
automotive attributes that are
well-suited to be upgraded
from a GVW standpoint
General Specifications
Detailed specifications may be shared with Sources Sought Respondents upon award of a
subsequent solicitation for procurement of an armored sedan. General specifications for
armored sedans are:
• Armored sedans must provide ballistic protection against common centerfire rifle
threats.
• Armored sedans must be based on series production vehicles and not be easily
distinguished from their unarmored counterparts.
• Armored sedans are required in both Right-Hand Drive (RHD) and Left-Hand Drive
(LHD).
• Armored sedans are required to be Gasoline, Diesel, or Dirty Diesel, depending on
the vehicle’s geographical destination and original equipment limitations.
• Vehicles must seat and account for the weight of four (4) or five (5) passengers
weighing 180 pounds each and an additional 180 pounds in the trunk (luggage
weight).
• Armored sedans must be modified to support the additional weight and geometry of
the armoring design, occupants, and cargo in a manner that preserves the unarmored
ride quality, braking performance, and steering and handling characteristics. This
may include, but is not limited to, adjustment or replacement of tires, brakes,
suspension, and powertrain.
• Armored sedans may require a high output electrical system supplying an additional
1500 Watts of electrical power in 12 or 24 volts direct current.
• Armored sedans require convenient worldwide servicing, technical support, and long-
term spare parts availability and support network (both CONUS and OCONUS).
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
Procurement Sensitive
• Armored sedans must have an extended production period through at least 2028 in the
proposed configuration.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFI Armored Sedans 02.02.2024.pdf |
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