Vehicle Purchase -19UK5626Q0029 - SUV type

The U.S. Embassy London, operating under the Department of State, is soliciting quotations for the supply, delivery, and registration of one new SUV-type vehicle through Request for Quotation 19UK5626Q0029. The government seeks a compact, four-door SUV meeting specific technical requirements, including right-hand drive, automatic transmission, hybrid petrol/gasoline engine with minimum 225 horsepower combined output, 35 miles per gallon minimum fuel consumption, and advanced safety and connectivity features such as smartphone integration, Bluetooth, reversing camera, and accident active protection. Quotations must be submitted to Procurement_Box7@state.gov by 1700 British Summer Time on May 18, 2026, with award anticipated under the lowest-priced, technically acceptable (LPTA) evaluation methodology in accordance with FAR 52.2121. The government intends to make an award based on initial quotations without discussions, though it reserves the right to conduct discussions with offerors in the competitive range if necessary. Only companies or individuals specializing in vehicle supply should apply, and all quotations must be firm fixed price inclusive of all labor, materials, transportation, and delivery costs.

This solicitation carries no small business set-aside designation. The requirement specifies delivery to 33 Nine Elms Lane, London SW11 7US in the United Kingdom, with preference for delivery within six months of order placement. The Lexus NX350h Premium is identified as a reference vehicle meeting minimum specifications, though equivalent vehicles possessing all salient physical, functional, and performance characteristics are acceptable alternatives. For non-UK vendors, quotations must include all customs duties, shipping arrangements, and proof of vehicle approval for UK registration and environmental/safety regulations at no additional cost to the Embassy. Vendors are required to provide past performance references and ensure compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses, including cybersecurity supply chain risk management requirements and Department of State Acquisition Regulation provisions for overseas procurement activities.