Legal Services Acquisition in Freehold Consulate Guadalajara
ID: 19MX3025Q0003Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFAMERICAN CONSULATE GUADALAJARAWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

All Other Legal Services (541199)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: LEGAL (R418)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/180a2d6e94bb40018ce394451468cada/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State, through the American Consulate in Guadalajara, is seeking qualified vendors to provide legal services for the acquisition of a residential property in freehold. The procurement aims to secure legal expertise in navigating local acquisition processes, including document drafting, negotiations, title searches, and obtaining necessary waivers from taxes and fees under both U.S. and local laws. This opportunity is critical for ensuring compliance and due diligence in international real estate transactions, safeguarding the interests of the U.S. government. Interested parties must submit their quotations electronically by April 25, 2025, at 12:00 CST, with questions due by April 14, 2025, at the same time. For further inquiries, contact GDL GSO Procurement at GdlGSOProcurement@state.gov.

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    GDL GSO Procurement
    GdlGSOProcurement@state.gov
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    Questions and Answers.pdf
    The document is a Q&A section relating to a government request for proposal (RFP) regarding the acquisition of a residential property in Guadalajara, Jalisco. The main topics address various logistical and procedural queries about the purchase process. Key points include confirmation that the property has not yet been selected, expected usage as a residence, and the crucial timing for executing a conditional purchase agreement before the fiscal year-end of September 30. Additionally, the document mentions the use of a due diligence checklist to ensure proper documentation from the Seller for title searches and property conveyance. It clarifies that all official deliverables should be in English, with Spanish translations provided only for local governmental processing, and addresses the authority to appoint a notary public and trustee. Overall, the summary reflects the procedural considerations and requirements involved in the property acquisition process as part of the federal RFP, ensuring compliance and due diligence as foundational elements of the transaction.
    RFQ_19MX3025Q0003.pdf
    The Consulate General of the United States in Guadalajara has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for legal services necessary for acquiring a residential property in freehold. This RFQ (number 19MX3025Q0003) outlines specific requirements and timelines for prospective firms to submit their quotes, with a firm deadline for questions and submissions by April 1 and April 11, 2025, respectively. The selected contractor will be chosen based on the lowest price technically acceptable method. The scope of work includes providing guidance on local acquisition processes, document drafting, negotiations, title searches, and post-purchase certifications. Lawyers must navigate local regulations and assist with drafting contracts to ensure the U.S. government's interests are protected. The legal services will also extend to obtaining necessary waivers from taxes and fees under both U.S. and local laws. Additionally, all proposals must include a detailed pricing proposal, firm qualifications, and a pricing table, amongst other documentation. Payment will be made upon completion of all items and services as outlined in the contract, ensuring strict adherence to regulations in the local context of Guadalajara, Mexico. This process emphasizes the U.S. government's due diligence in international real estate acquisitions while complying with relevant laws and standards.
    SF-30 - Extention_19MX3025Q0003.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation for contract ID 19MX3025Q0003, issued by the U.S. Consulate General in Guadalajara. It modifies the existing solicitation to extend the deadline for submitting offers to April 25, 2025, at 12:00 CST. Additionally, it states that any questions regarding the solicitation will be accepted until April 14, 2025, at 12:00 CST. The amendment requires contractors to acknowledge receipt and may involve changes to previously submitted offers. Importantly, all other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged and in full effect. This modification reflects standard procedures in government solicitations, ensuring that potential contractors have adequate time to prepare their offers while maintaining clarity in communication and requirements.
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