SAM #PR16121881

Procurement of 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness or Equivalent Vehicle for U.S. Embassy Copenhagen

This opportunity is issued by the U.S. Embassy Copenhagen, under the Department of State, for the purchase of a new vehicle. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Embassy Copenhagen (Department of State) - OEMs and Vendors: - Subaru (specified as the OEM for the Outback Wilderness) - Equivalent vehicle manufacturers may be considered if their product meets all requirements - Products/Services Requested: - 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness or equivalent vehicle - Key features: 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine, Lineartronic CVT with 8-speed manual shift mode, Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, 9.5-inch ground clearance, adaptive suspension, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with all-terrain Bridgestone Dueler tires - Interior and safety: EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, Harman Kardon speaker system, and other advanced features - Quantity: 1 vehicle - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vehicle must comply with all European Union type-approval standards and Danish national registration/import requirements - Must include SKAT vehicle registration, Danish Motor Vehicle Inspection compliance, emissions conformity, and registration tax rules - Delivery must be duty- and tax-free, including shipping, registration fees, and warranty - Offers for equivalent vehicles are permitted if they meet or exceed all specified requirements - No other OEMs are explicitly mentioned, but the solicitation is open to equivalents meeting the technical and regulatory criteria

Description

2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness – Name Brand or Equal

Standard Specifications Summary

Import Requirement: Any vehicle imported must meet all applicable EU type-approval standards and Danish national registration/import requirements (SKAT vehicle registration, Danish Motor Vehicle Inspection (Færdselsstyrelsen) compliance, emissions conformity, and applicable registration tax rules) prior to import and titling in Denmark.

Powertrain

2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine — 260 hp / 277 lb-ft torque (exclusive to Wilderness trim) Lineartronic CVT with 8-speed manual shift mode Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Up to 27 MPG (EPA estimate) 3,500 lb towing capacity

Off-Road / Suspension

9.5 in. ground clearance (vs. 8.7 in. on other Outback trims) Electronically controlled adaptive suspension 17-in. aluminum-alloy wheels, matte black finish, with all-terrain Bridgestone Dueler tires X-MODE Dual Mode System with Hill Descent Control Front skid plate and heavy-duty ladder-type roof rails (rated to 800 lb of gear)

Exterior

Anodized copper accents on rear reverse lamps and roof rails; Wilderness badge on rear roof pillar Rugged black cladding Redesigned 7th-generation body: approx. +2 in. taller, +1.6 in. wider, +1.1 in. longer vs. 2025 model

Interior

Black StarTex-trimmed upholstery, all-weather floor mats, washable surfaces Heated rear seats (outboard position) 12.1-in. horizontal touchscreen with physical climate control knobs Harman Kardon speaker system

Safety

Standard EyeSight Driver Assist Technology (upgraded sensors for 2026) Available Hands-Free Assist Emergency Stop Assist with Safe Lane Selection

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 by Monday, July 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM (local time).

For more detailed information, please contact:

Copenhagen Procurement Team

Phone: +45 3341 7100

E-mail: CopenhagenProcurement@state.gov

IMPORTANT!

 For proposals exceeding $40,000 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.

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