SOCOM Promotional Items - U.S. Embassy Panama
ID: 19PM0724Q0077Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY PANAMA CITYWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111)

PSC

OFFICE SUPPLIES (7510)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/862fec54821b49d1958b998b6bd294f5/view
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    The U.S. Embassy in Panama is seeking qualified vendors to provide various SOCOM promotional items as part of its operations. The procurement includes a range of products such as water bottles, coffee mugs, t-shirts, lanyards, soccer balls, hats, reusable bags, patches, posters, banners, and stickers, all featuring specific designs and branding related to the U.S. Embassy and military operations. This initiative aims to strengthen ties between the U.S. and Panama through promotional materials that showcase shared values and cooperation. Interested offerors must submit their proposals by September 13, 2024, and direct any inquiries to Gabriel Massine at pnmprocreq@state.gov by September 3, 2024. Compliance with SAM registration and federal acquisition regulations is mandatory for bidders.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Gabriel Massine - Contracting Officer
    PNMPROCREQ@state.gov
    Janine Feurtado
    (507) 317-5486
    (507) 317-5141
    FeurtadoJM@state.gov
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    19PM0724Q0077_QA- Sep 9 2024.pdf
    The document outlines questions and answers related to the RFP for promotional items for the U.S. Embassy in Panama under Notice ID: 19PM0724Q0077. Key queries include specifications for items such as T-shirts, lanyards, hats, and reusable bags, including manufacturing preferences, sizing, and compliance with shipping requirements. It emphasizes that items must be delivered to the U.S. Embassy in Panama within 60 days after award and must include a custom broker service for tax exemption. The document clarifies that vendors must submit quotes for all items and may present proposals in Spanish. Importantly, no BAA or TAA compliance is required, and the solicitation is an open bid, not set aside for specific business types. Additionally, vendors need to provide visual mock-ups and may be requested to send samples if needed. The overall aim is to procure quality promotional items while ensuring compliance with specified guidelines and delivery timelines.
    19PM0724Q0077_SOCOM Promotional Items.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Panama is soliciting quotes for the purchase of various SOCOM promotional items in a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ #19PM0724Q0077). The items requested include aluminum water bottles, coffee mugs, T-shirts, lanyards, soccer balls, hats, reusable bags, patches, and posters, all branded with U.S. and Panamanian flags along with the slogan “#ESTAMOSUNIDOS.” Specific details such as quantities, material specifications, and branding requirements for each item are outlined, with a total of 18,369 units requested across multiple categories. Offerors must deliver items to the U.S. Embassy in Panama within 30 days of contract award. Additional requirements include providing pictures of quoted items and submission of a completed FAR 52.212-3 form with proposals. Contractors must also be registered in the SAM database before award consideration. Proposals are due by September 10, 2024, and inquiries should be directed to designated embassy contacts by September 3, 2024. This solicitation reflects the embassy’s commitment to enhancing bilateral engagement through symbolic merchandise.
    19PM0724Q0077-SOCOM Promotional Items-2024-09-09.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Panama has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for various SOCOM promotional items as part of its operations. The solicitation encompasses a range of products including water bottles, coffee mugs, t-shirts, lanyards, soccer balls, hats, reusable bags, patches, posters, handbills, banners, and stickers. Each product is specified with distinct designs, quantities, and requirements, emphasizing the use of branding related to the U.S. Embassy and military operations. The expected delivery of these items is to the Embassy within 60 days of contract award, with the solicitation number being 19PM0724Q0077. Offerors are required to provide images of the quoted items, potentially samples for unclear products, and art mock-ups for approval prior to production. Compliance with federal acquisition regulations, SAM registration, and the submission of specific documentation is mandatory for bidders. The proposal submission deadline is set for September 13, 2024, and inquiries must be directed to a designated contact by September 3, 2024. This procurement serves to strengthen ties between the U.S. and Panama, showcasing shared values and cooperation through promotional materials.
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