MEX-New SUV vehicle for Mexico City

Please note this solicitation is not ready to be issued as of this date. The Embassy of the United States in Mexico City will launch the solicitation on SAM.gov website when it is available.

The U.S. Embassy in Mexico City has a requirement for a new compact or midsize SUV, AWD or 4WD automatic 8 speeds with service, maintenance and warranty valid in Mexico City, Mexico.

The selected offeror will be fully responsible for providing the full technical specifications for the vehicle as described in the Request For Quotation (RFQ) document, that will be published on SAM.gov; including obtaining any local government permits and licenses if needed (including import), taking into consideration quality standards that will be mentioned in the RFQ document. Offerors will be responsible for presenting an offer that considers elements listed below, and, if a discrepancy is identified, the offeror will be responsible to flag it on in the quotation.

The offeror shall provide complete information of the item being quoted in conformance with the requirements stated in the RFQ, such as descriptive literature, manuals, maintenance procedures, technical datasheets, as applicable. Items shall comply with the minimum quality standards of the industry and any other quality and warranty standards that will be stated in the RFQ document.

All offerors that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work.  At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements when submitting their quotation:

• Be able to understand written and spoken English and Spanish.
• Have an established business with a permanent address and telephone listing.
• Have the necessary personnel, equipment and financial resources available to perform the work.
• Have all licenses and permits required by local law.
• Meet all local insurance requirements.
• Have no adverse criminal record.
• Have no political or business affiliation which could be considered contrary to the interests of the United States.
• Have good experience and past performance records.
• Identify specialized experience and technical competence required to fulfill the requirement in accordance with this request.
• Past performance in selling vehicles, and vehicle seller client portfolio.

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING SAM.GOV REGISTRATION (UPDATED POLICY):

Registration in SAM.gov is optional for this acquisition.

Offerors may register in SAM.gov, but registration is not required to submit a quotation for this overseas procurement.

If an offeror chooses NOT to register in SAM.gov, the offeror must instead submit all responsibility documentation normally collected through SAM.gov, including:

• A valid Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
• A valid NCAGE/CAGE code, if applicable
• Completed Representations & Certifications (FAR/DFARS)
• Confirmation of eligibility to receive U.S. Government awards
• Documentation supporting responsibility under FAR 9.104

Failure to provide the required documentation with the quotation may result in the offer being considered non‑responsive.

Minimum Guidance for Obtaining UEI and NCAGE (for vendors new to U.S. Government acquisitions):

To obtain a UEI (free):

Visit: https://sam.gov/content/entity-registration

(UEI assignment occurs during the initial entity validation process; registration completion is optional.)

To obtain an NCAGE code (free, required for some foreign entities):

Visit: https://eportal.nspa.nato.int/AC135Public/scage/CageList.aspx

Follow the instructions for “Request New CAGE Code.”

Offerors are encouraged to begin these steps early to avoid delays in quotation submission.

This opportunity will allow electronic responses for quotation submission via email. Further details will be provided in the Solicitation once launched.