The United States Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), Office of Fire Protection (OPS/FIRE), Fire Protection Analysis Division (FPA), requires fire alarm equipment for overseas facilities. This Statement of Work defines the requirements for procuring and supplying these materials, ensuring compliance with UL217, CSFM, NFPA 72, NFPA 101, and ICC codes. The contractor will receive email orders specifying quantity, price, and shipping address. All equipment must be supplied from a single manufacturer (BRK) within fifteen business days of receiving a purchase order, shipped via UPS or FedEx to the identified DOS address. Shipping costs will be an additional line item, and invoices will be processed per shipment following DOS standard contracting procedures, requiring detailed invoice information.
The U.S. Department of State (DoS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather industry input for a potential Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for fire extinguishers. This RFI, conducted under FAR Part 10 for market research, seeks to identify small businesses with technical capability and experience in this area. DoS aims to understand industry suggestions for cost reduction, efficiency, quality improvement, and any concerns regarding the requirement. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for offers or a binding contract. Responses will inform the DoS's acquisition strategy, including potential small business set-asides or full and open competition. The anticipated NAICS code is 561621, with a contemplated period of performance of one base year and four one-year options. Submissions, limited to 10 pages, should include a statement of interest, capability statement, relevant experience, company profile, DUNS number, number of employees, office location, available bonding capacity, small business designation, and facility clearance level. Responses are due by Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Noon (EST).