Gardening Services for the U.S. Embassy Brasilia, Brazil
Type: Special Notice
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY BRASILIAWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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Landscaping Services (561730)

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GARDENING IMPLEMENTS AND TOOLS (3750)
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    The U.S. Embassy in Brasilia, Brazil, is seeking qualified contractors to provide gardening services as outlined in a recent amendment to solicitation number 19BR2524R0002. This amendment, effective September 10, 2024, updates the Base Year pricing table for various landscaping services, including monthly pricing and square meter estimates for service areas, ensuring compliance with updated pricing requirements under FAR regulations. The gardening services are essential for maintaining the embassy's grounds and enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Interested contractors can reach out to Jennifer Sheehan at sheehanjk@state.gov or Laís Morais at MoraisLBM@state.gov for further details regarding the bidding process.

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    This document is an amendment to a solicitation/modification of a contract issued by the U.S. Embassy in Brasilia, Brazil, aimed at updating the BASE YEAR pricing table for standard services related to the contract. The amendment, effective September 10, 2024, modifies solicitation number 19BR2524R0002 dated July 18, 2024. It specifically addresses the Base Year Firm-Fixed Prices for various services, including pricing per month for specified locations and estimates for square meter pricing for service areas. The revision includes detailed financial structures while maintaining all other original terms and conditions of the solicitation. The main purpose of this amendment is to facilitate offer acknowledgment and ensure compliance with updated pricing requirements as valid under FAR regulations. Ultimately, it streamlines the bidding process for involved contractors and clarifies pricing expectations for the contract period.
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