ContractSolicitation

2026 Independence Day Food and Beverages Service

DEPARTMENT OF STATE• 19GY2026R0001
Response Deadline
Apr 27, 2026
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Embassy Georgetown is seeking a contractor to provide food and beverage catering services for its 2026 Independence Day Celebration. The work covers cocktail-style service for about 500 guests at the Four Points by Sheraton Georgetown, including six bite-sized pieces per person, bar service for Embassy-donated beer, wine, soft drinks, and water, plus staffing, equipment, utensils, glassware, a menu tasting, and corkage fees. The event is scheduled for July 2, 2026, with kitchen access and setup beginning July 1; pricing must be in Guyanese dollars, the solicitation is not set aside, SAM.gov registration is not required for submission, and award is intended to go to the lowest-priced, acceptable, and responsible offeror. A pre-proposal conference is set for April 15, 2026, and offers are due April 27, 2026, with questions directed to Joseph R Bengoechea at GeorgetownGSOProcurementDL@state.gov or 5922254900.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
722320
Caterers
PSC Code
S203
HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD

Solicitation Documents

3 Files
PreSolicitation SAM Notice U.S. Embassy Georgetown 2026 Independence Day Celebration.pdf
PDF•101 KB•Mar 24, 2026
AI Summary
The U.S. Embassy Georgetown in Guyana is issuing a pre-solicitation for catering services for its 2026 Independence Day Celebration. The event, scheduled for July 2, 2026, at the Four Points by Sheraton Georgetown, will host approximately 500 guests. The contractor will be responsible for providing cocktail-style food service (six bite-sized pieces per person: five savory, one sweet), all beverage services including bar stations for Embassy-donated drinks, and all necessary personnel, equipment, and supplies. This includes covering corkage fees for Embassy-provided beverages and costs for a menu tasting. All services must comply with local health regulations and U.S. Embassy standards. The contract will be a firm fixed price type, and a pre-quotation conference will be scheduled. Electronic submissions are permitted, with offers not exceeding 25 KB per email.
19GY2026R0001 U.S. Embassy Georgetown 2026 Independence Day.pdf
PDF•1962 KB•Apr 23, 2026
AI Summary
The U.S. Embassy Georgetown has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for food and beverage catering services for its 2026 Independence Day Celebration, scheduled for July 2nd, 2026, with an estimated attendance of 500 persons. The event, themed “Freedom 250,” will take place at The Four Points by Sheraton Georgetown. The RFP details requirements for cocktail-style food and beverage services, including staffing, menu proposal, and a tasting event, with a specific corkage fee for Embassy-donated beverages. A pre-proposal conference is set for April 15, 2026, and offers are due by April 27, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced, acceptable, and responsible offeror, with an emphasis on compliance with U.S. Government and local regulations. Pricing must be in Guyanese dollars, itemized, and include all costs for food, beverages, staffing, and the tasting event.
Questions and Answers PDF.pdf
PDF•169 KB•Apr 23, 2026
AI Summary
This government file provides answers to frequently asked questions regarding a solicitation for the 2026 Independence Day Celebration. Key points include: SAM.gov registration is not required for proposal submission. The vendor is responsible for providing beer and non-alcoholic beverages, managing all beverage services including donated cocktails. Table sizing is at the contractor's discretion, with the government providing cocktail tables and covers. The Sheraton kitchen is available for preparation from 9 AM on July 1st, 2026, with event setup allowed from July 1st to the event's start on July 2nd. The event runs from 6 PM to 10 PM on July 2nd, with breakdown immediately following. Attendance is a firm quantity of 500 for pricing. The solicitation is not a set-aside. Subcontractor arrangements are acceptable. A summary of the pre-proposal conference will be provided.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMar 24, 2026
amendedLatest AmendmentApr 23, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineApr 27, 2026
expiryArchive DateMay 12, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Sub-Tier
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
US EMBASSY GEORGETOWN

Point of Contact

Name
Joseph R Bengoechea

Place of Performance

Georgetown, Demerara-Mahaica, GUYANA

Official Sources

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