Questions & Answers - PR12715213 – Vehicles purchase
ID: PR12715213Type: Solicitation
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY KUWAITWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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New Car Dealers (441110)

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PASSENGER MOTOR VEHICLES (2310)

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https://sam.gov/opp/096fc067d5b9454fb4c811bc7fa67663/view
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    The U.S. Embassy in Kuwait has issued a solicitation for the purchase of two vehicles: one pickup truck and one mid-size SUV. The Embassy seeks direct distributors, certified authorized licensed dealers, or representatives in Kuwait with the ability to provide manufacturer warranties and services.

    The key requirement is the supply of new vehicles, specifically the latest models from 2023 to 2025, that conform to the outlined specifications. The pickup truck should be a Chevrolet Silverado or an equivalent model, and the SUV a Chevy Blazer or equivalent mid-size vehicle. Both must meet criteria regarding engine type, output, seating capacity, transmission, brakes, steering, and safety features.

    Bidders should be established entities in Kuwait, with the necessary certifications and modifications to adhere to local market standards. The Embassy emphasizes compliance with local regulations and seeks vendors who can ensure this adherence.

    The procurement process involves submitting quotations including all costs, with the contract being awarded based on the lowest acceptable quote. The Embassy encourages bidders to submit their quotations electronically by the deadline, which is 10:00 am local time on August 15, 2024.

    It is anticipated that the contract will be awarded within 75 days of this deadline, and the successful bidder will be required to deliver the vehicles to the Embassy within 15 days of the award.

    For further clarification and questions, potential bidders can contact Sahar Nejah or Zeyad I Qishawi at the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait.

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    Questions - Answers - PR12715213 - Vehicles purchase.pdf
    Procurement Objective: The government agency aims to purchase vehicles, specifically the latest models from 2023 to 2025. They are seeking direct distributors, certified authorized dealers, or representatives based in Kuwait who can provide modified vehicles ready for registration and sale within the country, along with the manufacturer's in-country warranty and warranty service. Specifications and Requirements: The vehicles must be new models from 2023 to 2025, and the vendors must be certified and authorized to distribute and sell these vehicles in Kuwait, ensuring they meet the necessary modifications and standards for the local market. Scope of Work: Vendors are expected to supply the specified new model vehicles and provide the associated warranty and warranty service through their authorized dealership or distributorship in Kuwait. Contract Details: While not explicitly stated, it can be assumed that the contract type would be a firm-fixed-price contract, given the nature of the procurement and the requirement for vendors to be certified and authorized dealers. Key Dates: No specific dates are mentioned in this excerpt, but it appears that the agency is in the question and answer period, leading up to a proposal submission deadline. Evaluation Criteria: The evaluation factors mentioned in Section 4 will be crucial, along with the requirement for vendors to be direct distributors, certified, and authorized dealers or representatives in Kuwait, as outlined in the answer to the first question. Summary: The government agency is seeking to procure the latest model vehicles (2023-2025) through direct distributors, certified authorized dealers, or representatives based in Kuwait. Vendors must be able to provide modified vehicles suitable for the local market, along with manufacturer warranties and warranty service. This procurement emphasizes the need for vendors to have a established presence and the necessary certifications to ensure compliance with Kuwaiti regulations.
    RFQ PR12715213 - 2 New Vehicles- Pickup and Mid-SUV.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Kuwait is seeking to procure one pickup truck and one mid-size SUV for its operations. The request for quotations (RFQ) is for the purchase, supply, and delivery of one Chevrolet Silverado or equivalent pickup truck, and one Chevy Blazer or equivalent mid-size SUV. The vehicles must meet the minimum specifications outlined, including engine type, output, seating capacity, transmission, brakes, steering, safety features, and air-conditioning. Bidders must be direct distributors, certified authorized licensed dealers, or representatives in Kuwait, providing manufacturer's in-country warranty and service. The total price should include labor, shipping, materials, overhead, profit, insurance, and all other expenses. The contract award will be based on the lowest price from acceptable quotations, with the option to award both vehicles to a single vendor or split the awards. The deadline for submissions is August 15, 2024, and the contract is expected to be awarded within 75 days of the submission deadline. The successful contractor will be responsible for delivering the vehicles to the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait within 15 days of the contract award.
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