Brokerage Services
ID: 19AQMM24R0233Type: Sources Sought
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers (531210)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: REAL PROPERTY APPRAISALS (R411)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b81adba529ee486ca8db0b0e03c74e27/view
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    The Department of State (DoS) is seeking to award multiple Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for global real estate brokerage services, with an initial term of two base years and three optional one-year extensions. The objective is to engage qualified brokers to facilitate various real estate transactions that support U.S. diplomatic missions worldwide, emphasizing technical merit over cost in the selection process. This procurement is particularly significant as it addresses the U.S. Government's need for professional real estate services to manage its diverse property requirements abroad effectively. Proposals will be solicited under Solicitation Number 19AQMM24R0233, expected to be published around November 30, 2024, with submissions due by 12:00 PM EST on December 30, 2024. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Blondell Taylor at taylorbk2@state.gov, with a Q&A period closing on November 15, 2024.

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    Blondell Taylor
    taylorbk2@state.gov
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    Brokerage Synopsis 19AQMM24R0233 2024.docx
    The Department of State (DoS) plans to award multiple Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for global real estate brokerage services, effective for two base years with three optional one-year extensions. This initiative, structured as a partial set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 531210, seeks proposals that provide the "Best Value" for the government, emphasizing technical merit over cost. The awarded brokers will facilitate transactions involving various types of properties in support of U.S. diplomatic missions worldwide. Proposals will be sought under Solicitation Number 19AQMM24R0233, anticipated to be published around September 1, 2024, with submission deadlines set for October 1, 2024. A Q&A period will open with the proposal posting, and questions should be submitted via email by October 15, 2024. The document outlines the need for professional real estate services to effectively manage U.S. Government real estate requirements abroad while ensuring compliance and responsiveness to mission needs.
    Brokerage Synopsis 19AQMM24R0233 2024.pdf
    The Department of State (DoS) plans to award multiple Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for global real estate brokerage services, effective for two base years with three optional one-year extensions. This initiative, structured as a partial set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 531210, seeks proposals that provide the "Best Value" for the government, emphasizing technical merit over cost. The awarded brokers will facilitate transactions involving various types of properties in support of U.S. diplomatic missions worldwide. Proposals will be sought under Solicitation Number 19AQMM24R0233, anticipated to be published around September 1, 2024, with submission deadlines set for October 1, 2024. A Q&A period will open with the proposal posting, and questions should be submitted via email by October 15, 2024. The document outlines the need for professional real estate services to effectively manage U.S. Government real estate requirements abroad while ensuring compliance and responsiveness to mission needs.
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