Purchase of 9-Seater Van
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 Seoul is soliciting quotations for the purchase of one new 9-seater van for its operations in Seoul, Korea. This is an unrestricted acquisition for a firm fixed-price contract. Quotations are due by June 10, 2026, at 17:00 Korea Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one new 9-seater van, specifically a Kia Carnival 3.5 gasoline signature X-line or equivalent. Key specifications include:
- Vehicle Type: Left-hand drive, gasoline-powered, new, model year 2026, with less than 500 kilometers on the odometer.
- Color: Aurora Black Pearl exterior with black grill, Taupe interior.
- Dimensions: Minimum Length 5,155mm, Width 1,995mm, Height 1,775mm, Wheelbase 3,090mm.
- Engine: 3.5L V6 gasoline, 3,470cc, 294 horsepower.
- Transmission: 8-speed automatic with electronic gear shift dial.
- Features: Extensive list of exterior (LED lighting, chrome molding, soundproof glass), interior (ambient lighting, heated/cooled seats, digital center mirror, premium sound system), and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) including forward collision-avoidance, smart cruise control, and lane keeping assist. Technology features like smart power sliding door, digital key, and augmented reality navigation are also required.
- Compliance: Must comply with Korea Motor Vehicle Safety Standard.
- Deliverables: English operator's manual, technical manuals (parts catalog, service manual, electrical scheme), and temporary license plates.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price.
- Payment: Within 30 days of receipt and acceptance of a proper invoice. Prices should be in Korean Won for local vendors and US Dollars for US vendors. VAT will not be reimbursed.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Questions Due: June 2, 2026, 17:00 Korea Standard Time.
- Quotations Due: June 10, 2026, 17:00 Korea Standard Time.
- Published: May 26, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) database prior to submission. Required documents include SF-1449, Section A (Pricing), additional information as per Section 3, and proof of SAM registration. Submissions must be electronic, emailed to SeoulProposals@state.gov. File formats accepted are MS-Word, MS-Excel, or Adobe Acrobat (PDF), with a maximum size of 30MB per file. Award will be based on the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror who is a responsible contractor, considering compliance, technical acceptability, price, and responsibility.
Additional Notes
The Government reserves the right to accept alternate specifications and to reject unreasonably low or high prices. The U.S. Embassy intends to award based on initial quotations but may hold discussions if needed.