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This Solicitation opportunity from Department Of State was posted on August 13, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Cargo E-Vans for Motor Pool and Property

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PR16166581 Federal

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The US Embassy Bogota is soliciting quotes for the procurement of brand new E-Cargo VANs under solicitation PR16166581. The vehicles must feature a 100% electrical engine with at least 198 Kw/269 CV of power, automatic transmission with 4x2 rear traction, and a battery capacity between 60 and 80 Kwh providing 300 to 400 km of autonomy. Key technical requirements include a load capacity of 800 to 1000 kg, a Tipo 2 European connector, and comprehensive safety features such as ABS, EBA, HLA, and EBD assistance, along with a 360-degree camera and reversing camera. Delivery is required within 30 days of award on a Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) basis to the Embassy Warehouse in Bogota. Award will be granted to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, and responsible quoter. Eligible vendors must be officially licensed to sell vehicles in Colombia and registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Critical compliance mandates include providing a technical information sheet per model and a signed certification of compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 52.204-24. Colombian vendors must quote in Colombian Pesos (COP), while US vendors may quote in USD. The vendor assumes all financial and logistical responsibility for importation and customs clearance, which must be processed under the name of the Embassy of the United States of America. All offers must be submitted via email to [email hidden] by August 28, 2026.

General Info

Electric cargo van for U.S. Embassy Bogotá with 60–80 kWh battery, 300–400 km range, Type 2 charger, full safety and comfort features, imported by vendor at own cost.

NAICS

3361 - Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Place of Performance

BOGOTA, CO-DC, 110111, COL

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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RFQ PR16166581 for E-Cargo VAN at U.S. Embassy Bogotá

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Express NDAA Certification Form

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PR16166581 E-Cargo VAN Questions & Answers

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AgencyDepartment Of State → US Embassy Bogota
Contacts1 person available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA
Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA
Contacts
Bogota Contracting Office

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Technical Specifications for Motor-pool E-Cargo VAN.



Engine:


•           100% electrical engine


•           Power from 198 Kw/269 CV


•           Torque from 40.00 to 45.00 Kgfm / from 400 to 500 nm



Transmission:


•           Automatic transmission


•           4x2 Rear traction.



Brake system:


•           ABS (4 wheels)


•           EBA. HLA and EBD Assistance



Lights system


•           Rear top brake light


•           Light in the loading area



Dimensions:


•           Total length from 5000 - 7000


•           Maximum height from 2000 – 3000


•           Load capacity in kilograms from 800 – 1000



Battery Capacity


From 60 – 80 Kwh



Vehicle Autonomy


From 300 – 400 Km



Connector Type


Tipo 2 (European class) 



Security features


•           Tire pressure sensor


•           Height-adjustable safety belts


•           Central door locking


•           Rearview mirror with blind spots


•           Pedestrian or obstacle approach alert assistance



Additional technology


•           AM/FM Stereo


•           Camara 360 Grades


•           Reversing camera



Comfort and efficiency


•           A/C


•           Adjustable driver's seat


•           Adjustable steering


•           Electric front windows preferred


•           Energy regeneration System


•           Load floor protection


•           Cargo fasteners



IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING COLOMBIAN VEHICLE REGISTRATION AND IMPORTATION REQUIREMENTS



Please be advised of the following mandatory conditions for the vehicle registration process in Colombia:



•           Vendor Eligibility: Only offers from companies officially licensed to sell vehicles within Colombia will be accepted.


•           Customs Consignment: If vehicle importation is required, all customs clearance documentation must be processed strictly under the name of: "Embajada de los Estados Unidos de América".


•           Logistics and Financial Responsibility: The vendor is solely responsible for managing and financing all logistics, importation, and delivery costs. The U.S. Embassy will not participate in, nor assist with, customs tax exemptions or importation processing.


•           Diplomatic Registration: The U.S. Embassy Customs & Shipping Unit will provide assistance with the administrative process required to obtain diplomatic license plates.


•           Invoicing: The final invoice must be issued directly to the U.S. Embassy, establishing the Embassy as the official buyer of record.



Please be aware that open Solicitations will officially published at SAM https://sam.gov/ and the U.S. Embassy Bogotá at https://co.usembassy.gov/es/contratacion/



The Government intends to award a Purchase Order resulting from this solicitation to the lowest priced technically acceptable list of prices. The Government may award the contract based on the initial offer without discussion.



All contractors must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) Database https://www.sam.gov prior to contract award pursuant to FAR provision 52.204-7.  Therefore, prospective offerors are encouraged to register prior to the submittal of quotations/proposals. 



The guidelines for registration in SAM are also available at: https://co.usembassy.gov/registrese-como-proveedor-de-la-embajada-de-los-estados-unidos-en-colombia/



Electronic Submission/Responses:



Please e-mail your quote to the contracting office listed in this notice prior to the response date and time at contact@example.gov.  

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