Request for Quotations (RFQ) to establish Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for qualified automotive service providers to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on U. S. Embassy Quito's government-owned vehicles. Services include mileage-based preventive maintenance and repairs for various vehicle systems. Work to be performed at the contractor's licensed facility. New OEM or equivalent quality parts must be used. A minimum 90-day labor warranty is required. Proposals must be submitted electronically by May 29, 2026, 16:00. The estimated annual volume of purchases is $2,500 to $40,000, with a total BPA life limit of $350,000. No single purchase will exceed $5,000.
Proposals must be submitted before 16:00 on May 29, 2026.
The BPA holder shall submit a summary invoice at least monthly or upon expiration of this BPA, whichever occurs first, for all deliveries made during a billing period. The invoice shall identify the delivery tickets covered therein, stating the total dollar value, and supported by recent copies of the delivery tickets.
A minimum 90-day labor warranty is required on all work, along with the full manufacturer warranty on installed parts.
The government intends to award a BPA based on initial quotations, without holding discussions, although discussions may be held if there is a need. Award will be based on acceptable quotations with fair and reasonable prices, technical acceptability, and responsibility determination.
Qualified automotive service providers are sought. Quoters must demonstrate ability to perform, including having a project manager fluent in English, operating an established business in Ecuador, starting SAM registration, providing past performance and references, possessing necessary personnel, equipment, and financial resources, holding required licenses and permits, and describing their garage facilities with safety features. A written quality assurance plan is also required.
If the BPA holder refuses to accept orders or furnish quotations in compliance with the terms of the agreement, it is likely that the government will cancel the agreement.
Refusal to accept orders or furnish quotations in compliance with the BPA terms may lead to cancellation of the agreement.
The embassy estimates that the volume of purchases annually through this agreement will be from US$2,**** to US$40,000. 00. The total amount ordered under this agreement life will not exceed US$350,000.