Georgetown Travel Management Services
ID: 19GY2025Q0003Type: Solicitation
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY GEORGETOWNWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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Travel Agencies (561510)

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TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- RELOCATION: TRAVEL AGENT (V302)
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    The U.S. Embassy in Georgetown is soliciting proposals for Travel Management Services under Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19GY2025Q0003. The contract aims to provide corporate travel services for government employees and their dependents, encompassing travel reservations, ticketing, and support for personal deviations, while ensuring compliance with federal regulations such as the Fly America Act and the GSA City Pair Program. This procurement reflects the government's commitment to efficient and cost-effective travel management aligned with federal guidelines. Interested offerors must submit their quotations by May 22, 2025, following a pre-quotation conference on May 12, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Joseph R. Bengoechea at GeorgetownGSOProcurementDL@state.gov or by phone at 592-225-4900.

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    The U.S. Embassy in Georgetown is soliciting proposals for Travel Management Services under Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19GY2025Q0003. The contract will cover corporate travel services for government employees and their dependents, including travel reservations, ticketing, and support for personal deviations. A pre-quotation conference is scheduled for May 12, 2025, with quotations due by May 22, 2025. The Government intends to award the contract based solely on initial quotations without further discussions, making compliance critical. Offerors must submit a complete package inclusive of the SF-1449 form, pricing sections, and proof of registration with the System for Award Management (SAM). The contractor will be compensated through transaction fees alongside the actual carrier costs, with stipulations against accepting commissions from service providers. The main focus is on ensuring compliance with regulations like the Fly America Act and the GSA City Pair Program while delivering quality service in support of official U.S. government travel operations. This contract reflects the government's commitment to cost-effective and efficient travel management aligned with federal guidelines.
    The U.S. Embassy in Georgetown, Guyana is preparing to solicit proposals for Travel Management Services under solicitation number 19GY2025Q0003. This pre-solicitation notice indicates the services will be required for a base year, with an option to extend for two additional years. Proposals can be evaluated and awarded based on initial offers without prior discussion, and the finalized contract will be of a firm fixed-price type. Interested bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) before submitting proposals; failure to do so will lead to non-responsiveness. Electronic submissions are encouraged, with a size limit of 30 KB per email. A pre-quotation conference will be held, and additional details will be provided once the solicitation is officially issued on SAM.gov. This document serves as a preliminary announcement for potential vendors to prepare before the official release of the solicitation and highlights essential requirements for proposal submission and registration.
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