Questions and Answers for Gardening Services for U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Türkiye 19TU1525Q3003
ID: 19TU1525Q3003-QNAType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/004729716d6e4d1497d71d2689d7e007/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Türkiye, is seeking qualified contractors to provide gardening and landscaping services under the special notice titled "Questions and Answers for Gardening Services for U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Türkiye 19TU1525Q3003." Contractors are required to develop operational strategies that include personnel and equipment management, adhere to Turkish quality standards, and follow specific maintenance schedules, such as gutter cleaning every two months in summer and monthly in autumn. These services are crucial for maintaining the aesthetic and functional quality of the embassy's grounds, ensuring safety and compliance with local regulations. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by the deadline of March 3, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Sean T. Buckley at Buckleyst@state.gov or the U.S. Embassy Ankara Acquisitions Office at Ankara-GSO-Procurement-DL@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sean T. Buckley
    +90 (312) 294 00 00
    Buckleyst@state.gov
    U.S. Embassy Ankara Acquisitions Office
    +90 (312) 294 00 00
    Ankara-GSO-Procurement-DL@state.gov
    Files
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    Questions and Answers_19TU1525Q3003.pdf
    This document provides a set of responses to questions from potential contractors regarding a performance-based maintenance contract for gardening and related services at specified residences. It details that contractors must determine personnel and equipment based on operational strategies and workload. Safety protocols include mandatory security clearances and prior approvals from designated personnel. Compliance with Turkish quality standards for materials is required, alongside specific schedules for gutter cleaning—every two months in summer and monthly in autumn, with a strong emphasis on high-quality, continuous cleaning practices. Contractors are responsible for providing their own de-icing materials, while accumulated snow should be stored on-site. Additionally, subcontracting or joint ventures are permitted, provided roles are clearly defined and past experiences shared. The timeline for proposal submissions is outlined, with a firm deadline of March 3, 2025. This RFP outlines essential expectations for contractors, emphasizing safety, quality control, compliance, and organizational clarity in fulfilling maintenance responsibilities.
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