BSB|FAC|FC 5841 Sliding Gates Safety Update
ID: 19BR2525P0557Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

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Other Building Equipment Contractors (238290)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (N063)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 14, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Embassy in Brasilia, Brazil, is seeking contractors for the installation of safety features on residential sliding vehicle gates as part of the BSB|FAC|FC 5841 Sliding Gates Safety Update project. The objective is to enhance safety by equipping 103 residences with new gate motors featuring obstruction sensors, interlocks at pedestrian crossings, and structural supports to prevent gate collapse, ensuring protection for vehicles, pets, and individuals. Contractors are required to complete installations within a single day for each location, with a total project duration of 120 workdays, and payments will be made monthly based on completed installations. Interested parties can contact Joel Mattson at mattsonjr@state.gov or Fernanda Vieira at VieiraFS@state.gov for further details.

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Mar 31, 2025, 3:04 PM UTC
The U.S. Embassy in Brasilia, Brazil, has issued a Statement of Work (SOW) for the installation of safety features on residential sliding vehicle gates. This project aims to enhance safety by installing new gate motors equipped with obstruction sensors, interlocks at pedestrian crossings, and structural supports to prevent gate collapse. The installation is intended to protect vehicles, pets, and individuals from potential hazards associated with sliding gates. Contractors are tasked with surveying and installing the specified safety equipment across 103 residences, ensuring that each installation is completed within a single day to maintain operational integrity. The contractor must utilize standardized gate operators, specifically the Rossi DZ-4 turbo or an equivalent model, along with compatible obstruction detection devices. No government-furnished equipment or travel expenses are included. The project requires a minimum of one installation per day, with completion expected within 120 workdays. Payments to the contractor will be made monthly based on the number of completed locations. This initiative reflects the Embassy’s commitment to ensuring safety at its residential properties in various neighborhoods, including Lago Sul and Asa Norte.
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