The Government is seeking information on contractor’s capability to produce high-

quality and high value armored sedans that meet the specifications listed below. Current

production of, or capability to produce, an armored sedan such as listed below:

• Audi A7

• BMW 530i

• BMW540i

• BMW M5

• BMW 740i

• Cadillac CT5

• Cadillac CT5-V

• Chrysler 300

• Lexus LS 500

• Mercedes Benz E 350

• Mercedes Benz E 450

• Any equivalent sedan that has

automotive attributes that are

well-suited to be upgraded

from a GVW standpoint

General Specifications

Detailed specifications may be shared with Sources Sought Respondents upon award of a

subsequent solicitation for procurement of an armored sedan. General specifications for

armored sedans are:

• Armored sedans must provide ballistic protection against common centerfire rifle

threats.

• Armored sedans must be based on series production vehicles and not be easily

distinguished from their unarmored counterparts.

• Armored sedans are required in both Right-Hand Drive (RHD) and Left-Hand Drive

(LHD).

• Armored sedans are required to be Gasoline, Diesel, or Dirty Diesel, depending on

the vehicle’s geographical destination and original equipment limitations.

• Vehicles must seat and account for the weight of four (4) or five (5) passengers

weighing 180 pounds each and an additional 180 pounds in the trunk (luggage

weight).

• Armored sedans must be modified to support the additional weight and geometry of

the armoring design, occupants, and cargo in a manner that preserves the unarmored

ride quality, braking performance, and steering and handling characteristics. This

may include, but is not limited to, adjustment or replacement of tires, brakes,

suspension, and powertrain.

• Armored sedans may require a high output electrical system supplying an additional

1500 Watts of electrical power in 12 or 24 volts direct current.

• Armored sedans require convenient worldwide servicing, technical support, and long-

term spare parts availability and support network (both CONUS and OCONUS).

FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

Procurement Sensitive

• Armored sedans must have an extended production period through at least 2028 in the

proposed configuration.