Purchase of Vehicle

The Department of State, acting through the U.S. Embassy in Tirana, Albania, has canceled solicitation 19AL6026Q0011 for the purchase of a vehicle, effective September 2, 2026. The original proposal deadline was August 31, 2026.

The Embassy determined that requirements have changed and will publish a replacement solicitation in the future. The canceled procurement sought a mid-sized SUV (amended from full-sized) meeting U.S. or European standards, with delivery to Tirana within 90 calendar days of award. Required specifications included a 2024 model year or newer vehicle with all-wheel drive, automatic transmission, at least 150 horsepower, seating for six or more persons, captain chairs in front and second row with minimum 30 inches leg room, automatic climate control, airbags, integrated backup camera, cruise control, and preferred ultraviolet sterilization tray. The vehicle required a minimum five-year warranty on the vehicle and eight years on hybrid battery (if applicable), first-year factory-scheduled maintenance included, and warranty and service availability in Albania. Place of performance was Tirana, Albania. NAICS 3361 (Motor Vehicle Manufacturing) and PSC 2310 (Passenger Motor Vehicles) applied. Evaluation used Lowest-Price Technically Acceptable criteria, weighting price, technical conformance, warranty, maintenance availability, past performance, environmental efficiency, and delivery plan. Offerors required two prior contracts demonstrating vehicle supply experience within three years and SAM registration with a Unique Entity ID. Amendment A00001 (August 18) clarified that the seating configuration and UV sterilization tray were preferred rather than mandatory. Questions may be directed to Contracting Officer Chris Carlisle at TiranaBids@state.gov.