Solicitation for Mercedes Trucks, Spares and Training

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit is soliciting a single award firm-fixed price contract for Mercedes Zetros cargo trucks and associated spare parts, set aside exclusively for small businesses under FAR 19.5 with NAICS code 336120. The solicitation, W56HZV-26-R-0069, requires vendors to deliver 2026 model year or later 4x4 diesel trucks painted tan, each configured with a cargo body capable of transporting at least five tons of payload and accommodating removable seats for a minimum of 20 troops. The vehicles must be powered by a Euro 3 or equivalent diesel engine capable of operating reliably on fuel containing up to 1,500 ppm sulfur, and all instrument gauges must be in metric units. Attachments 0001 and 0002 outline technical specifications and required spare parts, including wiper blade sets, multiple bulb types, oil and air cleaner filters, fuel and HVAC filters, air dryer filters, and engine drive belt sets. All vehicles must be coated with corrosion protection after DCMA inspection but before shipment if transported by sea, and must include bilingual (French and English) labeling on the metal data plate affixed to the driver’s door or glove box, as well as on exterior jerry cans labeled “Diesel Fuel” and “Potable Water.” Proposals must be submitted electronically by the deadline of July 6, 2026, and offerors are responsible for monitoring the solicitation portal for any amendments; failure to do so may result in non-responsiveness. Full SAM registration is mandatory for all contractors, and small business status must be verifiable within SAM. The point of contact for inquiries is Justine Broughton at the Warren, Michigan office, with email and phone provided for coordination.