24--Utility work machine

The Embassy of the United States in Bishkek intends to advertise the procurement of a work utility vehicle. The Embassy of the United States in Bishkek will procure a utility work machine to be used for grounds work, snow removal, and general upkeep and maintenance, among other uses. The Contractor shall furnish and deliver the vehicle to the consolidated receiving point in Linden, NJ, in accordance with the specifications and terms and conditions set forth in the contract. The selected vendor shall deliver a vehicle that is built and homologated for export to Kyrgyzstan. It is anticipated that this will be a single award. The solicitation will be a firm-fixed price type of contract. No advanced payments will be authorized. Successful offerors shall be registered with the System for Award Management database (SAM www.sam.gov) prior to contract award. Please note this solicitation is not ready to be issued as of this date. The Embassy of the United States in Bishkek will launch the solicitation on the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website when it is available. Contracting Office Address: U.S. Embassy Bishkek 171 Prospect Mira Bishkek 720016 Kyrgyzstan The specifications for the vehicle to be procured will include: Four wheel drive All wheel steering Haul up to 2000 pounds in the cargo box Tow up to 4000 pounds Min 60HP diesel engine Hydraulic system capable of a minimum of 27 GPM Engine block heater Cab enclosure with heat & AC Heavy-duty battery Traction control Should support following additional features: Angle broom Auger hex drive General-purpose bucket Hydraulic pallet fork Pallet fork frame Snow pusher Snow blower 3-point adapter with tow hitch