SPANISH/ENGLISH LANGUAGE TRAINING SERVICES
ID: 19EC75-25-Q-0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Language Schools (611630)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/945e449572a1456fb579f6b030309344/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Spanish and English language training services for embassy employees and their family members. The contract will encompass an initial base year with options for four additional years, requiring an estimated total of 1,600 teaching hours annually, delivered through both individual and group classes. This initiative aims to enhance the linguistic competencies of embassy staff, thereby improving communication and operational effectiveness in their diplomatic roles. Interested bidders must submit their quotations electronically by April 2, 2025, and are encouraged to attend a pre-solicitation meeting on February 28, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Deryl van Coblijn at quitoprocurement@state.gov or by phone at +59323985106.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Deryl van Coblijn
    59323985106
    quitoprocurement@state.gov
    Jose Balseca
    59323985284
    59323985283
    BalsecaJJ@state.gov
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    RFQ Language Training.doc
    The U.S. Embassy in Quito has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) 19EC7525Q0001 to procure Spanish and English language training services for its employees and eligible family members. The contract will cover an initial base year and provide options for four additional years, with an estimated total of 1,600 teaching hours annually, comprised of individual and group classes. Classes are scheduled on weekdays, and the contractor must provide a detailed proposal outlining pricing, academic programs, and teaching methodologies aligned with current embassy policies. The contractor is obligated to ensure compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws. Payment will only be processed upon completion and approval of services delivered. Insurance covering Defense Base Act (DBA) claims is mandatory, and contractors must meet quality assurance standards set by the Embassy. The evaluation factors emphasize attendance, teaching effectiveness, and engagement in communicative-based learning methodologies. The document outlines the responsibilities of both the provider and the embassy, including attendance tracking, performance assessments, and invoicing protocols, underscoring the Embassy's commitment to enhancing language proficiency within its workforce while adhering to applicable regulations. The RFQ serves as a formal guideline for potential providers interested in fulfilling this training mandate.
    SF-1449.docx
    The document is a solicitation for language training services issued by the American Embassy in Quito, Ecuador. The solicitation number is 19EC7525Q0001, and it was issued on February 21, 2025. The embassy seeks qualified contractors to provide language training as outlined in the attached Statement of Work. The solicitation is categorized as UNRESTRICTED, indicating no specific set-asides for small businesses or other groups. It incorporates standard federal acquisition regulations (FAR) related to commercial items. The contractor will deliver services to the embassy's specified address, and payment will also be processed at this location. The form includes blocks that require completion by the offeror and details the submission requirements and representations necessary for contracting. By pursuing these services, the embassy aims to enhance linguistic competencies among its staff, thereby improving communication and operational effectiveness in its diplomatic mission.
    SF-30-A001.pdf
    The document details an amendment and modification notification related to solicitation number 19EC-75-25-Q-0001 for language instruction services at the U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador. It highlights the adjustment of the solicitation's set-aside status, clarifying that it is open to all bidders, contradicting an earlier statement that implied exclusivity for 8(a) firms. Questions addressed in the document indicate subcontracting opportunities for virtual English language instruction, which is permissible under the contract. The document also specifies that both on-site and remote instruction will be considered, with a need for two Spanish and two English teachers anticipated. Additionally, companies not registered in Ecuador are not disqualified from bidding, which supports broader participation in the solicitation. The effective date of the amendment is noted as March 20, 2025. This amendment reflects the government's efforts to encourage diverse participation in its procurement processes, especially in educational services.
    Solicitation Letter .doc
    The U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador, has issued Solicitation Number 19EC7525Q0001 for contracting Language Training Services in Spanish and English for Embassy staff and their families. Interested bidders must submit their quotations per the guidelines in the accompanying Request for Quotations (RFQ). The government will award the contract to the responsible offeror with the lowest acceptable bid, with no discussions anticipated except with those in the competitive range. Proposals must include completed forms, pricing, representations, certifications, proof of registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), and compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws. The contractor must factor in required insurance, including Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance, and maintain it throughout the contract duration. A pre-solicitation meeting is scheduled for February 28, 2025, with questions due by March 12, 2025. All quotations must be submitted electronically by April 2, 2025, adhering to specific formatting and file size requirements. This contract reflects the U.S. government’s commitment to providing language training for its personnel to enhance operational effectiveness in a diplomatic environment.
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