Amendment to_PR15199347_ITB_CARPET TILES & ADHESIVE
ID: AMENDED_PR15199347Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Tile and Terrazzo Contractors (23834)

PSC

TILE, BRICK AND BLOCK (5620)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia, Liberia, is soliciting bids for the procurement of carpet tiles and adhesive, specifically 75 boxes of Elite Elm Brown commercial/residential carpet tiles and 70 barrels of high-performance adhesive. Contractors are required to submit detailed specifications for the quoted items, comply with federal anti-discrimination laws, and ensure registration in the U.S. Government System for Awards Management. This procurement is critical for maintaining the embassy's operational standards and requires strict adherence to specifications to mitigate procurement risks. Bids must be submitted by April 7, 2025, and interested parties can contact Monroviabids@state.gov or Henry K. Gray at GrayHK@state.gov for further information.

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Mar 24, 2025, 6:06 PM UTC
The American Embassy in Monrovia invites bids for providing carpet tiles and adhesive, with a submission deadline of April 7, 2025. The required products include 75 boxes of Elite Elm Brown commercial/residential carpet tiles and 70 barrels of high-performance adhesive, both of which must meet specified criteria. A key requirement is for contractors to submit detailed specifications for quoted items and adhere to federal anti-discrimination laws and vendor vetting requirements. Offers will be evaluated based on price and technical acceptability, with a preference for compliance with specifications. Suppliers must be registered in the US Government System for Awards Management and ensure timely delivery. The embassy emphasizes strict adherence to the specifications to minimize procurement risks and prohibits contracting with entities associated with certain banned equipment manufacturers. Offers must include all applicable shipping charges, and payment terms are set at net-30 days after receipt of goods or services.
Executive Order 14173, issued on January 21, 2025, mandates that all contractors for the Department of State must certify compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws and ensure that their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs do not violate any legal standards. This certification is a critical factor in government payment decisions and falls under the scrutiny of the False Claims Act. Contractors are instructed to thoroughly review and complete a certification form, verifying their adherence to these requirements, and submit it to the designated Contracting Officer. The certification asserts that the contractor agrees to comply fully with all applicable federal anti-discrimination laws and confirms that their DEI initiatives do not conflict with these laws. The document outlines the process to be undertaken by contractors and emphasizes the importance of compliance as a binding obligation.
Mar 24, 2025, 6:06 PM UTC
The document outlines requirements under the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019, specifically regarding the use of covered telecommunications equipment and services in federal procurement. It mandates that merchants, as part of compliance with federal regulations, use certain representations during their transactions with government entities. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) necessitates the inclusion of provisions 52.204-24 and 52.204-26, alongside contract clause 52.204-25 in procurement processes. Merchants are guided to review the FAR provisions and confirm whether they provide or use any covered telecommunications equipment or services. The document includes a representation form that authorized representatives are required to complete and return to the respective government procurer. This process aims to ensure that government contracts do not involve prohibited telecommunications services, thereby safeguarding national security interests.
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