Fuel Supply for U.S. Embassy’s Government-Owned Vehicles (GOVs for the American Embassy in Quito

The U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador, is soliciting fuel supply services for its government-owned vehicles under Solicitation Number 19EC7526Q0002, issued as a commercial item contract with a firm fixed-price structure. The scope includes the delivery of regular gasoline, premium gasoline, and diesel fuel at designated gas stations across Quito, with a requirement for real-time fuel availability tracking through a vehicle tagging system and biweekly invoicing accompanied by monthly usage reports. Performance must occur at stations ensuring 90% fuel availability, with immediate response to service disruptions and a 24-hour resolution window for issues. The contract has a one-year base period with four one-year option periods and a potential six-month extension, for a maximum duration of five years and six months. Offers must be submitted electronically by July 15, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Quito time, in Word, Excel, or PDF format under 25MB, with technical and pricing submissions sent separately. Offerors must be registered in SAM, provide a unique entity identifier and CAGE code, and demonstrate an established business presence in Ecuador with a permanent address and phone listing. Mandatory forms include the SF-1449, Section I pricing, and Section 5 representations, with additional compliance obligations under FAR clause 52.204-9 for personal identity verification and 52.228-3 for Defense Base Act workers’ compensation insurance. The Government will award to the responsible, acceptable offeror submitting the lowest price, evaluating compliance with pass/fail gates for acceptability and responsibility as defined by FAR Part 9, including financial capability, ethical record, organizational capacity, and equipment availability. Invoices must be submitted biweekly, show VAT as a separate line item, and include one month of credit, with payment due within 45 calendar days. The contractor must maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government, adhere to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers safety standards or OSHA regulations, report all mishaps immediately, and implement measures to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse. Subcontractors must be bound by identical safety and mishap reporting requirements. The Contracting Officer’s Representative will monitor performance, and the Government reserves the right to inspect services at any time without undue delay. All contract terms and conditions are governed by incorporated FAR clauses and DOSAR provisions, including the prohibition on assignment of claims, prompt payment, and compliance with anti-traff