Intent to Establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Classified Pouch Imp/Exp Handling Services U.S. Embassy Kuwait
ID: 19KU2026A0002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Support Activities for Transportation (488999)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: OTHER (V119)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/d0d558a3518e4e5d850fec4c3a925afb/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait, intends to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for classified pouch import and export handling services. This BPA aims to streamline the procurement process for qualified local vendors who can provide comprehensive logistics services, including preparation, processing, and secure delivery of classified pouch shipments, both outgoing and incoming. The BPA may span up to five years, with an estimated total value not exceeding $350,000, and individual orders will not exceed $15,000 unless approved by the Contracting Officer. Interested vendors must submit capability statements and relevant documentation by December 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM Kuwait time, to the Kuwait Procurement Team at kuwait_solicitation@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mohamad ELChami
    96522591216
    kuwait_solicitation@state.gov
    Files
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    List of clauses.docx
    The document outlines mandatory clauses and provisions for government contracts over $30,000, primarily focusing on commercial products and services. Key provisions cover offeror identification, whistleblower rights, prohibition on contracting with entities requiring certain confidentiality agreements, System for Award Management (SAM) registration, and combating human trafficking. It also includes clauses related to child labor, sustainable products, and tax on foreign procurements. A significant portion details
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