AUCTIONEER SERVICES for Embassy Dar es Salaam
ID: 19TZ2025Q0003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY DAR ES SALAAMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

All Other Support Services (561990)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: LOGISTICS SUPPORT (R706)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b477b5be9f954720ab62d8d7273ced4d/view
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    The U.S. Department of State is seeking qualified contractors to provide auctioneer services for the disposal of U.S. Government property at the U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The selected contractor will be responsible for conducting public auctions over a one-year term, with the possibility of four one-year extensions, ensuring compliance with Embassy protocols and Tanzanian regulations while maintaining high customer satisfaction. This procurement is crucial for the efficient and transparent disposal of government assets, reinforcing accountability in financial record management and auction proceeds. Interested bidders must submit their proposals electronically by 10:00 am on January 10, 2024, and are encouraged to attend a pre-proposal conference on December 19, 2024; further inquiries can be directed to the Contracting Officer at DarProcurementBid@state.gov.

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    RFQ 19TZ2025Q0003 - Auctioneer Services Solicitation FY25 fnl_.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19TZ2025Q0003 for Professional Auctioneering Services to facilitate the public auction of U.S. Government property. The selected contractor will conduct auctions over a one-year term, with four potential one-year extensions. Interested bidders must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit proposals by 10:00 am on January 10, 2024. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for December 19, 2024. Key requirements include providing a secure auction site, staging items, managing bid collections, and adhering to Embassy protocols. The contractor must ensure high customer satisfaction and effective marketing strategies to attract bidders. Specific auction requirements, such as personnel qualifications, security measures, and compliance with Tanzanian regulations, are outlined in detail. The contract emphasizes the government's commitment to ethical standards and prohibits conflict of interest situations for contractor personnel. The selected firm will be responsible for managing financial records and must handle all auction proceeds accurately, reinforcing accountability in the contract execution. This RFQ reflects the U.S. government’s structured approach to procuring auctioneer services, aiming for transparency and efficiency in the disposal of government property.
    RFQ 19TZ2025Q0003 - Auctioneer Services Solicitation FY25 fnl..pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for auctioneering services to facilitate the public auction of U.S. Government property. The purpose of the RFQ (number 19TZ2025Q0003) is to identify and contract a responsible company to provide these services at the lowest acceptable price without negotiation following initial submissions. Quotations are due by January 10, 2024, and a pre-proposal conference is scheduled for December 19, 2024. Successful bidders must comply with several requirements, including completion of the SF-1449 form, pricing information, representations and certifications, proof of active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), and adherence to specified performance standards. The contractor will be responsible for managing the auctions, ensuring compliance with security protocols, collecting proceeds, and maintaining vendor and buyer engagement. The contract is structured as a one-year agreement with four potential one-year extensions, and performance will be monitored through a Quality Assurance and Surveillance Plan. The embassy emphasizes an ethical commitment, requiring adherence to applicable laws and regulations during contract execution, and prohibits contractors or their families from bidding on auctioned items. This solicitation indicates the embassy's approach to government property disposal in compliance with U.S. and Tanzanian regulations while ensuring competitive processes.
    SF1449_Auctioneering Service.pdf
    This document is a solicitation for commercial items associated with procurement PR15004759, issued by the American Embassy in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The solicitation numbered 19TZ2025Q0003 was released on December 4, 2024, and responses are due by January 9, 2025. The acquisition is unrestricted, allowing for participation from all businesses, including small, women-owned, and veteran-owned enterprises under specified size standards. Key details of the solicitation include that it is an RFQ method of procurement, with specified terms and references to relevant Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses. It emphasizes the requirement for contractors to deliver all items as specified within the established parameters while complying with the outlined terms. The document instructs contractors to provide their signatures along with requisite copies to the issuing office. A pricing table is attached, providing further details on supplies and services required. Overall, this solicitation aligns with federal contracting processes, aiming to ensure fairness and promote inclusiveness in government procurement at an international embassy level.
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