RFQ 19TU4626Q1004 For SD Renting Vehicle
Overview
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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. Department of State, American Consulate Istanbul, is seeking quotations (RFQ 19TU4626Q1004) for the rental of two sedan-type vehicles in Istanbul, Türkiye. This is a firm-fixed price contract for a one-year performance period from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027. The acquisition is UNRESTRICTED. Quotations are due by July 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide two (2) sedan vehicles, type 1.6, without drivers, for the U.S. Consulate General Istanbul. Key requirements include:
- Vehicles must have a minimum 1.6 cubic centimeter gasoline or diesel engine, automatic transmission, 4 doors, and 4-passenger capacity.
- Vehicles must be the latest model or one year old, in excellent condition with air conditioning.
- Provision of proof of vehicle registration, mandatory traffic insurance, and full (kasko) insurance.
- Monthly vehicle rotation or more frequently upon request, with rotated vehicles having different colors and license plates.
- Emergency vehicle replacement within four (4) hours.
- Vehicles to be delivered with full fuel tanks; fuel charges will be billed separately via a gas chip or credit card system.
- All managerial, administrative, operational, and maintenance expenses, including vehicle insurance, must be included in the cost.
- Compliance with Turkish automotive maintenance and safety regulations, including winter tires.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.
- Period of Performance: August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027 (one year from contract award).
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED.
- Place of Performance: Istanbul, Türkiye.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations Due: July 1, 2026, by 2:00 PM UTC.
- Submission Method: Electronic format (Adobe Acrobat PDF) via email to istanbul-solicitation@state.gov. Proposals must be a single, sequentially numbered document; if over 2MB, break into multiple named files.
- Required Submissions: SF-1449, Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), and additional information from Section 3.
- Award Basis: Lowest priced, acceptable, responsible offeror.
- Evaluation Factors: Price, technical information, and contractor responsibility (including financial resources, experience, and business ethics). The government reserves the right to reject unreasonably low or high proposals.
Questions
All questions must be submitted in writing and in English via email to istanbul-solicitation@state.gov by 5:00 PM (UTC+3) on July 1, 2026. Answers will be posted on the Embassy's website.