RFQ-19NP4025Q2657_FAC Equipment's
ID: 19NP4025Q2657Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (8113)

PSC

FLOOR POLISHERS AND VACUUM CLEANING EQUIPMENT (7910)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 11, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 11, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due May 12, 2025, 11:15 AM UTC
Description

The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu, is seeking proposals for the procurement of commercial items, specifically electric utility vehicles and machinery, under the solicitation RFQ-19NP4025Q2657. This opportunity is set aside for 8(a) certified businesses and aims to ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations while acquiring necessary equipment for the Embassy's operations. The procurement emphasizes adherence to ethical business practices and labor laws, with proposals evaluated on a "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable" basis, considering prior experience and compliance with federal contract terms. Interested vendors must submit their bids via email by May 12, 2025, and can contact Sunil Pandit at pandits@state.gov or William J Miskelly at MISKELLYWJ@state.gov for further information.

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Apr 11, 2025, 3:13 PM UTC
The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the American Embassy in Kathmandu for the procurement of commercial items, specifically electric utility vehicles and machinery. It outlines solicitation details, including the submission deadline of May 12, 2025, and specifies that the acquisition is unrestricted. Interested vendors are instructed to submit bids via email, emphasizing the requirement for authorized letters from manufacturers. Proposals will be evaluated based on a “Lowest Price Technically Acceptable” basis, considering prior experience and compliance with federal contract terms. Additional provisions detail various federal acquisition regulations applicable to the contract, such as compliance with child labor laws, specifications regarding telecommunications equipment, and Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses relevant to commercial products. The document also addresses the importance of certifications regarding labor practices and ethical business practices in procurement. Overall, the RFP serves to facilitate the acquisition of necessary equipment while ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards governing federal contracts, reinforcing the Embassy's commitment to compliance and responsible procurement practices.
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