Notice of Intent to Sole Source Retrograde Pouch Airfreight Services for U.S. Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe
ID: PR15296581Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Scheduled Freight Air Transportation (481112)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: AIR FREIGHT (V111)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3d3985443a9a4e9490df3bbe2219514d/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of State intends to award a sole-source contract for Retrograde Pouch Airfreight Services to Airline Cargo Partners (Qatar Airways) for the U.S. Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe. This procurement, authorized under NAICS code 481112, is based on the determination that only one responsible source can meet the agency's requirements, as outlined in 41 USC 253(c)(1) and FAR Part 6.302-1. The services are critical for the efficient transportation of diplomatic materials and are expected to last up to six months. Interested parties may submit capability statements or proposals for consideration, with inquiries directed to Roderick Byrd, the Contracting Officer, at hararegsoprocurement@state.gov or by phone at 23608677011000.

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    PR15296581_JOFOC for Air Freight Services for US Embassy Harare.pdf
    The document features a digital signature from Roderick Byrd, dated May 7, 2025, indicating official submission or acknowledgment but lacks substantive content regarding government RFPs, grants, or related initiatives. Due to the absence of further information, it does not articulate a specific topic or context relevant to federal or state/local RFPs. The signature might denote participation in a formal process, yet without additional context or details, it cannot be analyzed for clarity or significance in governmental operations. The document emphasizes the importance of digital authentication in government communications but does not provide insight into grant allocations or requests for proposals. Overall, it serves as a procedural acknowledgment rather than a summary of initiatives within the scope of federal or local funding opportunities.
    PR15296581_NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE -Airfreight Services.pdf
    The U.S. Government has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole-source contract for Retrograde Pouch Airfreight Services to Airline Cargo Partners (Qatar Airways) for the U.S. Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe. This contract falls under NAICS code 481112 and is authorized by 41 USC 253(c)(1) and FAR Part 6.302-1, which allows for sole-source procurement when only one viable provider can meet agency requirements. The services are expected to last up to six months. Although this is not a request for proposal, responsible entities may submit capability statements or proposals for consideration. The point of contact for inquiries is Roderick Byrd, the Contracting Officer. This document aims to comply with regulatory disclosure while announcing the intent to proceed with the contracted services.
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