One official vehicle purchase
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 U.S. Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand, under the Department of State, is seeking quotations for the purchase of one right-hand drive official passenger vehicle, SUV. This Request for Quotations (RFQ) aims to award a firm-fixed price contract to the responsible company submitting the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer. Quotations are due by March 3, 2026, at 16:00 hours (Bangkok time).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one right-hand drive official vehicle, SUV, in Astra Blue color. The vehicle must meet specific physical, functional, and performance characteristics, including a 1.6L Turbo Hybrid powertrain, 6-speed automatic transmission, 7-seater configuration with relaxation seats, and advanced safety features. The preferred model is a KIA Carnival HEV Premium or equivalent.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order/Contract
- Pricing: In Thai Baht, excluding VAT (VAT not applicable due to U.S. Embassy's tax exemption).
- Payment Terms: 30-day credit term.
- Delivery: Expected 30-90 days after contract award.
- Questions Due: February 20, 2026, by 16:00 hours (Bangkok time) to Pinlaorp@state.gov.
- Quotations Due: March 3, 2026, by 16:00 hours (Bangkok time).
- Published Date: February 17, 2026.
Eligibility & Submission
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) database. Crucially, offerors must operate an established business with a permanent address and telephone listing in THAILAND only. Required submissions include all local licenses/permits, a Letter of Authorized Dealer in Thailand, and Authorization/Certification for Repairing/Service for the vehicle.
- Submission Method: Electronically to Pinlaorp@state.gov.
- Subject Line: "Quotation Enclosed - RFQ#19TH2026Q0016 - One Official Vehicle."
- Format: Proposals must be in English, using MS-Word 2007/2010, MS-Excel 2007/2010, or Adobe Acrobat (pdf) file format. File size must not exceed 30MB per file; larger submissions require separate emails.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter. Evaluation will consider price, technical acceptability, and quoter responsibility, which includes financial resources, experience, ethics, and eligibility. The U.S. government intends to award based on initial quotations without discussions, though discussions may be held if necessary.