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This is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the supply and delivery of one brand new right-hand drive compact crossover SUV to the U. S. Embassy Apia, Samoa. The contract will be a firm-fixed price. Quotations are due by May 15, 2026, at 4:00 PM Apia local time. Proposals must be in English and submitted electronically to ***@***. *. * size must not exceed 30MB. Required documents include ****, Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), additional information as required in Section 3, and proof of SAM registration. Offerors must be registered in the SAM system prior to submission. The vehicle must meet specific technical specifications, including 4WD or AWD, a minimum engine displacement of ****, a minimum wheelbase of **** mm, a minimum overall length of **** mm, automatic transmission, and a minimum ground clearance of 195 mm. It must also have a good record of service and maintenance locally, with parts readily available in Apia, Samoa. The vehicle must be new, unused, and not previously registered, and compliant with Samoa road regulations. Delivery must be made no later than 120 days after the contract award date, between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Mondays to Fridays. Prior notice of at least 7 working days is required for delivery. The U. S. government intends to award a contract/purchase order to the responsible company submitting an acceptable offer at the lowest price, based on initial quotations without discussions, though discussions may be held if necessary.
The contractor shall deliver all items not later than 120 days after the date of contract award.
The bid notice does not explicitly state payment terms beyond mentioning that U. S. firms are eligible to be paid in U. S. dollars and foreign firms will receive payment in local currency. Invoices are to be submitted to apiabilling@state. gov.
The vehicle must have a warranty of 3 years or 100,000 km, and the offeror must provide evidence that they can service a warranty claim in Samoa.
The U. S. government intends to award a contract/purchase order to the responsible company submitting an acceptable offer at the lowest price.
Offerors must be registered in the SAM system for award management database prior to submittal of their offer/proposal. They must also provide evidence that they operate an established business with a permanent address and telephone listing in Apia, Samoa, or evidence they will be able to service a warranty claim in Samoa. Additionally, they must provide proof of active SAM registration, including the SAM UEI number, and evidence that they can provide the necessary personnel, equipment, and financial resources needed to perform the work.
The bid notice does not explicitly mention penalties for non-compliance or late delivery.
The bid notice does not require sample submission.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenges or protests.