Presolicitation
Request for Bids/Quotations for a BMW X3 20 xDrive (Brand Name/Model or Equal)
PR15976215
Department of State, U.S. Embassy Copenhagen. Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing.
Response deadline
May 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT
Closed 122 days ago. Posted April 24, 2026, first published April 24, 2026. Scheduled to archive June 2, 2026.
Description
As published on SAM.gov.
This is a brand name or equal acquisition as outlined in FAR 52.211-6. The vehicle needs to have the following specifications: 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder Diesel or gasoline engine.
8-speed Automatic transmission All wheel drive 5 Doors Air conditioning system Heated steering wheel and seats All-season tires Color: Polarized Grey Metallic Tire pressure monitoring Remote central locking Lane Keeping Technology Start – Stop Feature Engine Start-Stop System Active Blind Spot Detection Parking Assistance System Plus Front and Rear Parking Sensors Reversing camera Navigation Blind spot assist LED headlights Drive Assist Heat-insulating and tinted windows 14.9-inch curved display Airbags including front-side knee airbags All weather rubber floor mats The vendor is required to submit a duty- and tax-free quote including shipping, registration fees, and warranty details. The vehicle is required to meet or exceed EU/Danish road worthiness requirements. The contract will be a firm fixed priced contract.
Note: US-made vehicles and Danish-made vehicles differ primarily in regulatory compliance and market preferences. US vehicles are built to meet American standards, which include specific lighting requirements such as amber turn signals and sealed-beam headlights, as well as odometers that measure in miles. In contrast, Danish vehicles adhere to European Union regulations, featuring E-marked lighting with rear fog lights and metric odometers in kilometers.
Additionally, European emission standards for Danish cars are generally stricter, influencing engine design and fuel efficiency. Design and safety features may also differ to cater to local preferences and driving conditions in each market. Offers are due Friday, May 11th, 2026 at 17:00 (local time). For more detailed information, please contact:
Copenhagen Procurement Team Phone: +45 3341 7100 E-mail: CopenhagenProcurement@state.gov IMPORTANT! For proposals exceeding $30,000 USD (or the equivalent in local currency): Offerors shall be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) database at https://www.sam.gov prior to submittal of their offer/proposal as prescribed under FAR 4.1102. Failure to be registered at time of proposal submission may deem the offeror’s proposal to be considered non-responsible and no further consideration will be given. Therefore, offerors are highly encouraged to register immediately if they are interested in submitting a response to this requirement.
Publications
Every notice SAM.gov issued under this solicitation number, oldest first. Each is a separate record on SAM.
April 24, 2026
Presolicitation
Due May 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT. SAM.gov, notice 3aa7d5e294c349f692512e6f631038b1
April 24, 2026
Presolicitation
Due May 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT. SAM.gov, notice 5bebb30a8329437fafbccc43a3397ef7
April 24, 2026
Presolicitation
Due May 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT. SAM.gov, notice c8e03715d7394d29964b9aa3e3beee9d
Points of contact
- Ryan YoungCopenhagenProcurement@state.gov+45 3341 7100
- Maja JonesCopenhagenProcurement@state.gov+45 3341 7100