Djibouti Car Lease
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy (NCIS) is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify capable businesses for leasing four (4) V-6 4x4 Sports Utility Vehicles for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Resident Agency, Middle East Djibouti (NCISRA MEDJ). These vehicles are essential for operations in extremely rough terrain, high temperatures, and low-quality roads. Responses are due by May 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.
Purpose
This Sources Sought aims to gather market information and determine the availability and technical capability of businesses, regardless of size, to provide non-tactical vehicle (NTV) transportation services. The vehicles will support NCISRA MEDJ's mission, which includes criminal investigations, law enforcement, counter-terrorism, and counterintelligence activities in Djibouti.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the lease of four (4) new, model year 2026, V-6 4x4 Sports Utility Vehicles (e.g., Toyota Land Cruiser HZJ 76 4x4 or similar). Key specifications include diesel fuel, left-hand drive, white color, and specific engine, transmission, fuel tank, and seating capacity requirements. The contractor will be responsible for:
- Providing properly registered, licensed, and locally compliant vehicles.
- Offering manufacturer's standard warranties.
- Delivering vehicles with a full tank of gas, two sets of keys, and in clean condition.
- Performing routine maintenance (oil changes, air filters) and providing replacement tires.
- Offering 24/7 accident and breakdown response, including replacement vehicles within 24 hours for un-roadworthy vehicles.
- Maintaining full coverage insurance and providing a $5,000 AUD (~$3,300 USD) deductible for traffic violations and vehicle damage.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Duration: A base period of one year (September 8, 2026 - September 7, 2027) with four one-year option periods, potentially extending through September 7, 2031.
- Place of Performance: NCISRA MEDJ, Djibouti.
- Anticipated NAICS: 532112 Passenger Car Leasing (industry input on NAICS is requested).
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage).
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT.
- Published: May 1, 2026.
Submission Details
Interested vendors should submit responses via email to Colleen Powers (colleen.powers@ncis.navy.mil) and Judith M. Campbell (judith.campbell@ncis.navy.mil). Responses must include:
- Business name and address.
- Company representative's name and title.
- Type and size of business.
- CAGE Code.
- NAICS recommendation for this procurement.
- Applicable Government Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) vehicles. Vendors should demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements outlined in the DRAFT Statement of Work and may include an initial price estimate.
Disclaimer
This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or a commitment by the Government to award a contract. Responses are voluntary, and no funds are available for their preparation.