PRE-SOLICITATION NOTICE FOR GROUNDS KEEPING SERVICES AT THE NEW U.S. EMBASSY COMPOUND IN BELGRADE, SERBIA
ID: 19RB1025P0003Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fc05f8e9dcb6415c8dd9cbe41f242ee6/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of State is preparing to solicit proposals for groundskeeping services at the new U.S. Embassy compound in Belgrade, Serbia. The contract will require year-round maintenance of landscaping, covering approximately 10,000 m², including grass, shrubbery, and other related areas. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the embassy's outdoor spaces, ensuring a well-kept environment that reflects the U.S. government's commitment to its facilities abroad. Interested vendors must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their offers by April 10, 2025, with a pre-quotation conference to be scheduled. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Damian Richard at BLG-Procurement@state.gov or Sonja Vukojevic at vukojevics@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Damian Richard
    3811652371290
    381117064006
    BLG-Procurement@state.gov
    Sonja Vukojevic
    381652515520
    381117064006
    vukojevics@state.gov
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    19RB1025P0003_PreSolicitationNotice.pdf
    The pre-solicitation notice outlines the upcoming request for proposals (RFP) for groundskeeping services at the new U.S. Embassy in Belgrade, Serbia, identified by solicitation number 19RB1025Q0003. The contract encompasses year-round maintenance of landscaping, including grass, shrubbery, and related grounds, covering approximately 10,000 m² for gardening and various additional areas. A firm fixed-price contract will be awarded based on initial offers, with potential discussions for companies within the competitive range. Interested vendors must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) before submitting offers by the response deadline of April 10, 2025. A pre-quotation conference will be scheduled, and electronic submissions are encouraged, with a maximum email size of 2 MB. The contract performance will take place at the U.S. Embassy in Belgrade, with an archive policy set for January 5, 2026. This notice signifies the government's intent to ensure the maintenance of the embassy's outdoor spaces through competitive sourcing, indicative of transparency and adherence to procurement protocols.
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