DESIGN/BUILD FLOATING DOCK AT MANTRA PORT, ECUADOR ON BEHALF OF INL - U.S. EMBASSY QUITO
ID: 19GE5025R0078Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - RPSO FRANKFURTWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES (Y1PZ)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/14e2e25b83974899bba32b9f977cbce8/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of State is seeking qualified contractors to design and build a floating dock at Manta Port, Ecuador, on behalf of the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Office (INL). The project aims to enhance the operational capabilities of the U.S. Embassy in Quito by facilitating the rapid maritime mobilization of 38-foot vessels. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing a complete design-build solution, including all necessary design, construction services, and compliance with the Statement of Work and conceptual drawings. The estimated project cost ranges between $250,000 and $500,000, and interested firms must express their interest by May 15, 2025, by contacting Ms. Alexandra Perez Acevedo at PerezAcevedoA@state.gov, ensuring they include their Unique Entity Identifier and SAM registration status in their correspondence.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alexandra Perez Acevedo
    PerezAcevedoA@state.gov
    Files
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    Pre-Solicitation Notice 19GE5025R0078.pdf
    The U.S. Consulate General in Frankfurt has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for a Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding the design and construction of a floating dock on behalf of the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Office (INL) at Manta Port, Ecuador. The project seeks a Firm Fixed-Price Design/Build contract to facilitate the operations of the U.S. Embassy in Quito by enabling rapid maritime mobilization of vessels. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects, including design, construction services, and compliance with the provided Statement of Work and conceptual drawings. The estimated project cost ranges between $250,000 and $500,000. Interested companies must express their intention to participate by May 15, 2025, and must include specific details in their correspondence, such as their Unique Entity Identifier and SAM registration status. A pre-proposal conference will be scheduled for those who show interest. Contractors are to ensure they comply with Ecuadorian regulations for business operations, including obtaining necessary authorizations and financing guarantees. The solicitation documentation will solely be distributed to companies that submit a letter of interest due to the sensitive nature of the content.
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