NEW RIGHT HAND DRIVE VEHICLE
Overview
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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 U.S. EMBASSY PRETORIA, under the Department of State, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of one new Right Hand Drive 10-seater Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV), specifically a Crew Bus, for operations in Pretoria, South Africa. This is a Solicitation for a Passenger Motor Vehicle (PSC 2310). Proposals are due by January 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one diesel, automatic transmission, 10-seater MPV, such as a Toyota Quantum 2.8 SLWB GL BUS AT or an equivalent model. Key specifications include:
- Engine & Transmission: Diesel fuel, 4 cylinders, 2.0-3.0 Liter engine capacity (minimum 80kW power), minimum 70 Liter fuel tank, Rear-Wheel Drive, Automatic transmission.
- Interior: Minimum 10-passenger seating capacity with cloth trim, rubber floor carpet, air conditioning for both driver and passenger compartments, factory-fitted audio system, and navigation system.
- Exterior: White color, steel wheels with a full-size spare, and a towbar.
- Safety: Reverse camera with display, factory-fitted rear park distance sensors, smash & grab film on all windows (maximum 35% tint), and automatic door locks.
- General: Must include a maintenance plan of 5 years / 100,000km or better, and a warranty of 2 years / 100,000km or better.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 2310 (Passenger Motor Vehicles)
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Proposal Due: January 26, 2026, 22:00Z
- Published: January 9, 2026
- Place of Performance: Pretoria, South Africa
Submission & Pricing Considerations
Quoted prices must be all-inclusive, covering: Road Worthiness Certificate/on-the-road costs, a 21-Day South African Road Permit, Microdot (DataDot), delivery costs, CO2 emissions tax, anticipated vehicle increases, and MIDP duty and Ad Valorem. The US Embassy will provide a Certificate A for customs duties exemption.
Key Clauses
Bidders should review the incorporated Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of State Acquisition Regulation (DOSAR) clauses, particularly the "Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management Requirements" clause, which will be part of any resulting purchase order or Blanket Purchase Agreement.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Michelle Thompson at thompsonm1@state.gov or +27648163034.