The U.S. Embassy in Dili, Timor-Leste, issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) No. 19TT1026Q0003 for Sewage Collection Services for the Embassy and Residences. However, the enclosed RFQ is for the Supply of Local Guard Force Uniforms. The U.S. Government intends to award a contract to the responsible company offering the lowest acceptable price, with awards anticipated based on initial quotations. Quotations are due by January 20, 2026, at 17:00 local time and must be in English. Submissions can be made via sealed envelope to Ian Oates, Contracting Officer, at the American Embassy Dili, or electronically to DiliGSOProcurement@state.gov. Electronic submissions should be in MS Word, MS Excel, or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format, with a total file size not exceeding 30MB per email. Required documents include a completed SF-1449, Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), additional information per Section 3, and proof of System for Award Management (SAM) registration. Offerors must be registered in SAM prior to submission. Questions should be directed to DiliGSOProcurement@state.gov.
This government Request for Quotation (RFQ) 19TT1026Q0003 outlines a firm fixed-price purchase order for sewage collection, removal, and disposal services for the U.S. Embassy Dili. The contract is for a one-year base period (February 2026 – January 2027) with two one-year options. The document details a Quality Assurance and Surveillance Plan (QASP) to monitor contractor performance, setting a standard of no more than three customer complaints per month. It specifies pricing, minimum and maximum order amounts, and a schedule of services for various tanks and facilities at the Embassy, including service frequencies. Key requirements for the contractor include compliance with environmental regulations, obtaining necessary permits, providing service reports, and immediate remediation of spills. The RFQ also incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of State Acquisition Regulation (DOSAR) clauses, including those related to foreign procurements, labor standards, and electronic payments, and explicitly states that Value Added Tax (VAT) is not applicable.
The U.S. Government is seeking a contractor for sewage collection and disposal services for the U.S. Embassy compound and designated residences, as detailed in this Scope of Work. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, materials, and supervision to perform scheduled septic tank pump-outs at various locations and frequencies, including weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-annually. The contract guarantees a minimum of one service annually but limits the maximum to 600 services per year. The contractor must restore any damage caused during operations, adhere to strict safety regulations, including a 10 km/hour speed limit within the compound, and ensure all workers wear proper uniforms and personal protective equipment. Pricing will be based on unit prices per pump-out, inclusive of all associated costs and taxes, quoted in U.S. dollars, and not to exceed the maximum contract value without prior written approval.