Sole Source Notice of Intent PR12758045
ID: PR12758045Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY TASHKENTWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

New Car Dealers (441110)

PSC

PASSENGER MOTOR VEHICLES (2310)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d3a8b3ea6fc143328569efdb739a47d0/view
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    The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, intends to award a sole source contract to Toyota Central Asia FZE for the procurement of new motor vehicles, as outlined in procurement request number PR12758045. This decision is based on Toyota's unique qualifications, including their established regional dealership status and ability to provide vehicles that meet the specific requirements of the embassy, such as compatibility with local road conditions and low fuel quality, along with essential maintenance and warranty services that adhere to U.S. government safety standards. The embassy emphasizes the importance of ensuring reliable and safe transportation options in the region while complying with procurement regulations. Interested parties may challenge this sole-source determination by demonstrating their capability to meet the requirements, with responses due by September 20, 2024. For inquiries, contact Contracting Officer Christina Keller at kellercl@state.gov or by phone at +998-78-1205450.

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    Christina Keller
    998781205450
    998781206335
    kellercl@state.gov
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    The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is issuing a Sole Source Notice of Intent to contract with Toyota Central Asia FZE for the purchase of new motor vehicles. Reference PR12758045 categorizes this procurement under the NAICS code for automobile dealers (new only) due to Toyota's unique qualifications, including its established regional dealership status. The embassy justifies this decision under FAR 6.302-1, citing Toyota as the only vendor able to provide vehicles compatible with local conditions, including low fuel quality, along with essential maintenance and warranty services that meet U.S. government safety standards. Interested parties can challenge this sole-source rationale by demonstrating their capability to meet requirements, with responses due by September 20, 2024. The decision not to pursue competitive procurement rests solely with the government, and all inquiries can be directed to Contracting Officer Christina Keller at the embassy. This notice highlights the embassy's focus on ensuring reliable and safe transportation options in the region while adhering to necessary procurement regulations.
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