Armored Vehicles (SUVs) - U.S. Embassy Quito

The Department of State, through the Regional Procurement Support Office Frankfurt, is soliciting quotations for the supply and delivery of two armored sport utility vehicles for the Ecuadorian National Police National Anti-Kidnapping and Extortion Investigation Unit, funded by the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs. The requirement specifies brand new, model year 2026 or newer OEM base vehicles, such as the Toyota Fortuner, Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Trailblazer, or an equivalent. These vehicles must be converted to provide NIJ Level III ballistic protection for passenger and rear cargo compartments while maintaining a conventional civilian appearance and a top speed of at least 90 mph at maximum operating weight. All OEM safety systems, including airbags and backup cameras, must remain functional, and the use of aftermarket engine tuning or ECU remapping is strictly prohibited. The contract is a firm-fixed-price acquisition with delivery required to Quito, Ecuador, within 270 calendar days of award. Award will be determined based on best value through a comparative evaluation of technical factors, past performance, and price. Offerors must submit their quotations in two separate volumes: one for price, representations, and certifications, and another for the technical quotation including a Technical Compliance Matrix. Required certifications include active SAM registration or an NCAGE code, a Trade Agreements Certificate per FAR 52.225-6, and compliance with ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards. Final acceptance is subject to government inspection at the destination in Quito, with the option for pre-shipment inspection at the integration facility.