Provide Food Catering Services
ID: SF30_A0001_191N6524Q0139Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY NEW DELHIWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/630d82049f454d06b9a607849c0e0ea6/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi is seeking qualified vendors to provide food catering services as outlined in the solicitation amendment no. 191IN6524Q0139. The procurement aims to secure reliable catering services, which are essential for supporting embassy functions and events, ensuring high-quality food service for staff and guests. The amendment specifies a revised submission deadline of September 3, 2024, by 1700 hours local Indian Standard Time, and emphasizes the importance of adhering to submission guidelines to avoid rejection of quotations. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Ashok Chellaramani at ChellaramaniA@state.gov or Chaitanya Sharma at sharmac@state.gov for further clarification.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ashok Chellaramani
    911124198000
    ChellaramaniA@state.gov
    Chaitanya Sharma, Procurement Supervisor
    911124198000
    sharmac@state.gov
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    SF30-A0001_Solicitation Amendment_Catering Services_191N6524Q0139.pdf
    The document is an amendment of a solicitation from the American Embassy in New Delhi regarding a request for quotations for catering services. The amendment includes a revised submission deadline of September 3, 2024, by 1700 hours local Indian Standard Time, along with specific instructions for electronic submission to a designated email address. It emphasizes adherence to guidelines regarding incomplete submissions and the rejection of quotations sent to incorrect email addresses. Additionally, the amendment provides responses to two inquiries: the eligibility of Kuwait-based companies to compete through Indian joint venture partners, which is detailed in the solicitation document, and questions concerning available kitchen facilities, directing interested parties to relevant sections for specifications. The amendment asserts that all other terms and conditions remain unchanged. This document serves to ensure clear communication and adherence to proper bidding procedures in government contracting scenarios.
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