Fukuoka Gardening Services Contract
ID: 19JA2526Q0004Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFAMERICAN CONSULATE FUKUOKAWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Landscape Architectural Services (541320)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/3186178053264295bae009c7b49a7f83/view
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    The U.S. Department of State is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive gardening services for the grounds of the U.S. Consulate in Fukuoka, Japan. The contract, identified as RFQ number 19JA2526-Q-0004, will commence on November 21, 2025, and includes an initial 12-month period with four one-year renewal options, requiring services such as lawn care, pruning, pest control, and maintenance of the Consulate's landscaping. This opportunity is crucial for maintaining the aesthetic and functional quality of the Consulate's grounds, ensuring a welcoming environment for visitors and staff. Interested contractors must submit their quotations electronically by January 28, 2026, and are encouraged to attend a pre-quotation conference and site visit on January 14, 2026, with prior registration required by January 9, 2026. For further inquiries, contact Toshiyuki Aochi at AochiTX@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Toshiyuki Aochi
    (092) 751-8512
    AochiTX@state.gov
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    Fukuoka - RFQ Gardening Contract 2026.pdf
    The U.S. Consulate Fukuoka issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19JA2526-Q-0004 for gardening services at its Fukuoka, Japan, grounds. The contract, commencing on November 21, 2025, includes an initial 12-month period with four one-year renewal options. A pre-quotation conference and site visit will occur on January 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM Japan Standard Time, requiring prior registration by January 9, 2026, 12:00 PM. Questions about the RFQ are due by January 21, 2026, 12:00 PM, and quotations must be submitted electronically by January 28, 2026, 12:00 PM, to Toshiyuki Aochi (AochiTX@state.gov). Submissions must be in English, not exceed 15MB per email, and incomplete quotations will be rejected. Contractors must be registered in the SAM database (https://www.sam.gov) before submission. The selected contractor will provide comprehensive gardening services, including lawn care, pruning, leaf removal, watering, fertilizing, pest control, pond cleaning, drainage maintenance, and interior plant care at the Consulate building and Officer’s Residences. Work will be performed Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, adhering to U.S. and Japanese holidays. The contractor must supply all equipment and materials, except water, and maintain specific insurance coverage, including general liability of Yen 30,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage. Personnel must undergo background checks and adhere to strict conduct and security standards. The contract is not a small business set-aside.
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