The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala has announced an upcoming solicitation for the acquisition of preventive maintenance services for Building Automation Systems (BAS). The proposed solicitation number is RFQ 19GT5024Q0041, with a response deadline set for September 2, 2024. The contract falls under the classification code Z1AZ and the NAICS code 238210 for building automation system installation contractors.
The chosen contractor will be responsible for ensuring the BAS operates safely, reliably, and efficiently, using certified technicians to perform maintenance services in compliance with applicable regulations and standards. The contract will be a firm fixed-price agreement, potentially spanning a base year with four optional one-year extensions.
Prospective bidders must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) before submitting proposals. Electronic submissions are required, and further details, including a pre-quotation conference date, will be provided in the final solicitation, which will be posted on www.SAM.gov.
This notice serves as a pre-solicitation announcement and does not represent an active request for proposals at this time.
This document serves as an amendment to solicitation number 19GT5024Q0041, issued by the American Embassy in Guatemala City. Effective from August 22, 2024, it primarily extends the deadline for submitting quotations to September 20, 2024, at 10 AM EST. Furthermore, it reschedules the pre-proposal conference to take place on August 29, 2024, at 11 AM EST. The amendment outlines necessary protocols for acknowledging receipt, emphasizing that failure to do so may result in offer rejection. All remaining terms and conditions from the original solicitation remain intact and enforceable. This document is part of the government's contracting process, ensuring that potential bidders are informed about critical changes to compliance timelines and meeting schedules in pursuit of transparency and effective bidding practices.
The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Building Automation System Preventive Maintenance Services (RFQ number 19GT5024Q0041). The embassy seeks a responsible contractor to provide preventive maintenance for its building automation systems, emphasizing that proposals are expected by September 2, 2024. A pre-proposal conference will occur on August 14, 2024, to clarify requirements. The contract is fixed-price for scheduled services, and an indefinite quantity contract for unscheduled services, with a price range between a minimum of $1,000 and a maximum of $100,000.
The contractor must have qualified personnel, particularly BAS engineers and technicians with at least five years of relevant experience. Services required include routine maintenance, emergency services, and compliance with U.S. laws and local regulations. Additionally, the contractor must furnish a variety of documentation, including service reports and insurance certifications. The selected contractor is expected to maintain consistent communication with embassy representatives and meet performance standards with minimal customer complaints. This RFQ reflects the government's aim to ensure efficient operations and maintenance of its facilities while adhering to contractual and regulatory standards.