FY25 Bottled water delivery for residencies
ID: 19PE5025Q0015Type: Solicitation
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUSEMBASSY LIMAWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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Food and Beverage Retailers (445)

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BEVERAGES, NONALCOHOLIC (8960)
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    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Lima, Peru, is seeking quotations for the delivery of 20-liter bottled water for residences, including transportation and local taxes. The procurement aims to fulfill a minimum order of 100 bottles and a maximum of 19,000 bottles over a contract period from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, covering areas such as Miraflores, San Isidro, Barranco, La Molina, Santiago de Surco, and Callao. This service is essential for ensuring the availability of safe drinking water for embassy residences, reflecting the U.S. government's commitment to providing necessary resources for its personnel abroad. Interested vendors must submit their quotations electronically by February 18, 2025, and can contact Seth Langer at langers@state.gov or Caterina Cicirello at cicirellocl@state.gov for further information.

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    The U.S. Embassy in Lima, Peru has issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19PE5025Q0015 to procure 20-liter bottled water for residences, including delivery. Quotations must be submitted electronically by February 18, 2025, with guidelines emphasizing completion of specific documents and SAM registration. The contract will be awarded to the company providing the lowest acceptable offer. This indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract may result in orders ranging from a minimum of 100 to a maximum of 19,000 bottles over a 12-month period, starting from April 2025. Delivery is targeted for areas including Miraflores and Barranco, and the pricing must encompass all associated costs, including transportation and local taxes. A quality assurance plan will monitor contractor performance, aiming for minimal customer complaints. The document includes detailed contract clauses, tax stipulations, and additional compliance requirements relevant to U.S. Federal Acquisition Regulations. This RFQ exemplifies the U.S. government's systematic approach to sourcing essential services internationally while adhering to regulatory and oversight frameworks fundamental in governmental contracting.
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