Legal Services U.S. Embassy Albania
ID: 19AL6026Q0002Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Legal Counsel and Prosecution (922130)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: LEGAL (R418)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/720668db45c04d239f77156d77bbbb7a/view
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    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Tirana, Albania, is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive legal services under Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19AL6026Q0002. The primary objective of this procurement is to obtain written and oral legal advice on various aspects of Albanian labor law, including HR policies, compliance, employment standards, employee relations, insurance, and taxation. This contract is crucial for ensuring that the U.S. Embassy operates within the legal framework of Albania, thereby facilitating its diplomatic and operational functions. Interested parties must submit their quotations electronically in English by December 29, 2025, at 11:00 Tirana time, and are required to include specific documentation, including SF-1449 and proof of SAM registration. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Chris Carlisle or Saimira Haxhi at the provided email addresses.

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    Chris Carlisle
    carlislecj@state.gov
    Saimira Haxhi
    haxhis@state.gov
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    RFQ 19AL6026Q0002 Legal service.docx
    The U.S. Embassy in Tirana, Albania, has issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19AL6026Q0002 for legal services. The U.S. Government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Contract (IDIQ) for a one-year base period with four option years, for an estimated annual requirement of 100 hours. Quotations are due by December 29, 2025, at 11:00 Tirana time, and must be submitted electronically in English. Key submission requirements include SF-1449, Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), additional information per Section 3, and proof of SAM registration. The scope of work involves providing written and oral legal advice on Albanian labor law, HR policies, compliance, employment standards, employee relations, insurance, and taxation. The contract specifies minimum orders of $500 USD and maximum orders of $40,000 USD. Foreign persons are subject to a 2% excise tax on payments unless an exemption is claimed via IRS Form W-14.
    SF1449 Legal Services.docx
    The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has issued Solicitation Number 19AL6026Q0002 for commercial legal services in Albania. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is open to all businesses and is not set aside for specific categories. The solicitation, issued on December 11, 2025, requires offers to be submitted by June 25, 2024, at 16:30 local time. The contract will cover a base year plus four option years. Interested offerors can contact Saimira Haxhi, Procurement Supervisor, for more information. The acquisition falls under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5.
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