LOCAL PROPERTY MOVEMENT SERVICES
ID: 19RP3825Q0075Type: Presolicitation
2 AwardsJul 10, 2025
$242.4K$242,408
AwardeeGoetz Moving and Storage, Inc. Paranaque PHL
Award #:19RP3825D0005
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services (541614)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: LOGISTICS SUPPORT (R706)
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Manila, is seeking quotations for Local Property Movement Services under solicitation number 19RP3825Q0075. The procurement aims to secure logistics support for the movement of property within the Philippines, emphasizing the need for compliance with federal regulations and operational standards. This contract will operate under an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity framework, with a one-year term and options for renewal, requiring contractors to manage various logistical aspects, including manpower, safety procedures, and documentation. Interested bidders must submit their quotations electronically by April 29, 2025, and are required to attend a mandatory site inspection on April 8, 2025, to be eligible for consideration. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Bernadette Legayada at LegayadaBB@state.gov or Michael O. Warren at Manilapurchasing@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    MICHAEL O. WARREN
    63253012000
    63285486762
    ManilaContracting@state.gov
    BERNADETTE LEGAYADA
    63253012000
    63285486762
    ManilaContracting@state.gov
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    The document serves as the minutes from a Pre-Quotation Conference for RFQ No. 19RP3825Q0075, outlining the requirements for Local Property Movement Services for the U.S. Government. It details the submission protocol, highlighting a deadline for offers on April 29, 2025, and specifies acceptance of email submissions capped at 10MB. The contract is structured as an Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity type, with a one-year term and options for renewal. Key aspects include pricing stipulations requiring all costs—direct and indirect—to be covered under a firm-fixed price arrangement. U.S. firms may receive payments in U.S. dollars, whereas foreign firms must provide pricing in local currency. Liability for personal injury and property damage falls on the contractor, who is also required to acquire necessary permits at no cost to the government. Evaluation of offers will favor the lowest priced, technically acceptable proposal, with compliance to solicitation requirements being paramount. Key deadlines and submission details were reiterated, underscoring the importance of adhering to regulations and maintaining active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The document emphasizes U.S. Government's strict compliance with federal laws, particularly regarding anti-trafficking and telecommunications provisions.
    The document outlines a series of questions and answers related to the RFP for Local Property Movement Services (19RP38250075). It addresses concerns regarding current contracts and pricing, with previous awarded amounts detailed for two contractors totaling over $465,000. Key operational details include loading timings, volume specifications for deliveries, and the process for VAT exemptions. The contract operates under an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity framework, meaning no guaranteed task orders will be issued. The document clarifies logistical aspects like the necessary assistance from government staff, payment terms, and vehicle requirements. It emphasizes requirements for the contractors regarding manpower, assembly operations, safety procedures, and documentation processes. Critical points include guidance from government representatives during operations and the protocols for unforeseen incidents. Overall, this document serves as an informative resource for potential bidders, detailing requirements, operational expectations, and contract management within the context of federal procurement processes. It highlights the importance of transparency, adherence to guidelines, and performance standards necessary to fulfill government logistics services.
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