Chocolate Gratuities
ID: 19FR6324Q0064Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY PARISWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Other Food ManufacturingT (3119)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bef619cb4aab43abaeabb3d7414f7974/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Embassy in Paris, France, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of chocolate gratuities under Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19FR6324Q0064. The contract aims to provide approximately 700 personalized chocolate boxes, including small and medium sizes, featuring U.S. and French emblems, to be used as gratitude gifts. This initiative underscores the importance of quality and compliance in federal procurement, with strict specifications regarding product freshness, packaging design, and delivery requirements. Interested vendors must submit their electronic quotations by September 20, 2024, at 11:00 AM French time, and are encouraged to register in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submission. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Craig N. Deatrick or Severine Ruinot at the provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    CRAIG N. DEATRICK
    0033143122222
    deatrickcn@state.gov
    Severine RUINOT
    0033143122222
    ruinotsy@state.gov
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    RFQ 19FR6324Q0064.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Paris has issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19FR6324Q0064 to procure chocolate gratuities. Interested vendors must submit their quotations electronically by September 19, 2024, at 11:00 AM French time, ensuring that proposals adhere to specified formats and include essential documents such as SF-1449, pricing information, and representations and certifications. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest acceptable offer without discussions, although discussions may occur if necessary. The RFQ outlines detailed specifications for the chocolates, including two distinct types of chocolate boxes (small and medium), delivery instructions, required quality standards, and expiration requirements. Pricing is to be presented exclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT), which will be applied separately. The total order requires approximately 700 boxes with specific designs featuring U.S. and French emblems. An effective quality assurance and performance monitoring plan has also been established to ensure contractor compliance with contract terms. This document exemplifies federal procurement practices and emphasizes strict adherence to guidelines and specific product requirements for government contracts.
    SF-30 Amendment 0001.pdf
    The amendment to solicitation 19FR6324Q0064, issued by the American Embassy in Paris, modifies the original contract to alter the scope of work and update quantities for a chocolate supply contract. The effective date of the amendment is September 16, 2024, with the deadline for offers now extended to 11:00 AM on September 20, 2024. The contract seeks to provide personalized chocolate boxes for gratitude gifts, with specific details on types and quantities: T1 small boxes (550 units) and T2 medium boxes (350 units), alongside one personalized mold and delivery fees. The chocolates must be freshly made and adhere to strict expiration guidelines, and the packaging design must include the Department of State's emblem along with specific greetings in a blue background. Vendors are required to submit a proposal that includes box images and dimensions. The amendment reaffirms all unchanged terms of the contract while emphasizing the importance of timely acknowledgment to avoid rejection of offers. This initiative showcases the Embassy's procurement aims while adhering to federal contracting guidelines.
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